The INPHOMIR project will host a training school titled “From Platforms to Applications: The INPHOMIR School on Integrated Photonics for Sensing and Navigation” from 7–11 September 2026 at Politecnico di Bari.
The EU-funded programme will bring together researchers and industry participants to explore the full value chain of integrated photonics, from device design and modelling through to fabrication, system integration and real-world applications in sensing and navigation.
The curriculum will include introductory lectures on integrated photonics platforms, including silicon photonics, indium phosphide (InP) and lithium niobate technologies, with a focus on their comparative capabilities for scaling sensing and modulation functions.
Sessions will also cover design methodologies, modelling approaches, and the transition from photonic devices to full systems, alongside broader discussions on market trends in integrated photonics.
A major component of the programme will focus on micro- and nano-fabrication techniques, yield and reproducibility in cleanroom environments, and integration strategies for multi-chip photonic modules.
Application-focused sessions will highlight photonic sensing technologies for aerospace and autonomous systems, including lidar, navigation, positioning and ranging applications, as well as system-level deployment considerations.
The event will conclude with a policy-focused dialogue on European research and innovation strategy, including contributions from industry and institutional stakeholders.
INPHOMIR Project | INdium PHOsphide-based advanced Monolithically integrated photonic
