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OFC 2026

March 15 - 19, 2026 | Los Angeles, USA

The future of optical networking and communications

Imec

Visit us at booth 920 to talk about our research in Si/SiN photonics, optical interconnects, heterogeneous integration & IC-Link.

Additionally, imec is organizing ITF Photonics USA 2026 on March 17. At this event, you'll dive into imec's latest research on optical interconnects, discover why the AI fabric depends on optical links, and learn how imec's mature integrated photonics manufacturing platform can accelerate your path from idea to market. 

Overview imec contributions

  • Invited - Active Devices for Micro-Transfer Printing, Sarah Uvin, Ghent University - imec

Event details

The Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) is the premier conference and exhibition for optical networking and communications professionals. Since its inception, OFC has grown to draw attendees from all corners of the globe to meet and greet, teach and learn, make connections and move businesses forward.

OFC includes dynamic business programming, an exhibition packed with global industry-leading companies, and high-impact peer-reviewed research that, combined, showcases the trends that are shaping the optical networking and communications industry. OFC is co-sponsored by IEEE Communications Society, IEEE Photonics Society and Optica.

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