Through advances in light-based and photonic computing, a researcher at Queen’s University is using light to process information – aiming to revolutionize how computers handle data faster and with less energy – to support the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technologies and high-performance computing.
This research harnesses light instead of electricity to mimic brain-like neural networks and solve big data challenges. It explores new ways to overcome limitations of traditional computing by dramatically increasing speed and energy efficiency through optical technologies.
The researcher also leads a research lab training students and collaborating on a pan-Canadian photonic computing initiative, helping cultivate the next generation of scientific talent.
This work promises faster, more energy-efficient computing systems with potential applications in AI, data processing and beyond.
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