Division of Electrical Engineering, University of Cambridge

🇬🇧🤝🇨🇦 UK-Canada Deep-Tech Collaboration Takes a Leap at Cambridge We were proud to welcome a high-level Canadian technology delegation to the University of Cambridge on 18–19 March 2025 as part of the UK-Canada Technology Growth Mission. Organized by the High Commission of Canada to the UK, the visit focused on strengthening cross-border collaboration in photonics, semiconductors, and deep-tech innovation. Hosted by Professor Andrea Ferrari, Director of the Cambridge Graphene Centre, the delegation explored leading-edge research at our Electrical Engineering Division and joined a bilateral dinner at Corpus Christi College. Colin Barker (High Commission of Canada) and Dr Iain Mauchline (Innovate UK) highlighted the growing importance of strategic technology partnerships between our two countries. This mission lays the groundwork for long-term cooperation, with a UK delegation heading to Canada in April through Innovate UK's Global Business Innovation Programme. Highlights included: 🔹 Graphene-integrated photonics 🔹 Quantum communications 🔹 Thin-film transistors & perovskite solar cells 🔹 Emerging tech for space power & digital infrastructure With global supply chains under pressure and innovation accelerating, Canada and the UK are strengthening shared ambitions in building a more resilient, competitive, and sustainable tech ecosystem. Special thanks to the Canadian Semiconductor Council, Innovate UK, and all the UK researchers, RTOs, and companies who contributed. 🔬🌍 International deep-tech partnerships like this lay the groundwork for shared innovation and global opportunity. Watch this space for the evidence! NEWS STORY: Canada and UK Forge Deep-Tech Ties at Cambridge Event - Electrical Engineering: https://bit.ly/3YmfFO8 #QuantumTech #Photonics #Semiconductors #Graphene #DeepTech #Canada #GlobalInnovation #UniversityOfCambridge

🚀 Exciting news! CamGraPhIC, co-founded by Professor Andrea Ferrari, has secured €25M to advance graphene photonics for AI and data transmission. This innovation boosts efficiency while slashing energy use. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGPX2pks #AI #Graphene #Innovation

🎉 Congratulations to Professor Daping Chu on being named an Optica Fellow! 🎉 This prestigious honour recognises his groundbreaking work in display technology and his remarkable contributions to the field. Professor Chu’s innovative research continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible — a true inspiration to our community. Read more about this well-deserved recognition here: 🔗 News Story https://bit.ly/4brastO #OpticaFellow #DisplayTechnology #Innovation #CambridgeEngineering #PioneeringResearch

🔬 Advancing Sleep Disorder Diagnosis with Wearable Tech ⌚🌙 Researchers at Cambridge University's Electrical Engineering Division are pioneering wearable technology that could revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. By combining advanced biometric sensing with machine learning, this innovation offers a non-invasive, real-time approach to tracking sleep health—potentially improving the lives of millions. 🚀 What does this mean for healthcare? Faster, more accurate diagnoses, and personalised treatment solutions. Read more about this breakthrough and its implications for healthcare, AI, and biomedical engineering: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebVGr38R #WearableTech #HealthcareInnovation #SleepScience #AI #CambridgeResearch

🔬 Revolutionizing Strain Sensing! 🚀 A groundbreaking biomimetic sensor is setting a new standard in strain detection—achieving omnidirectional hypersensitivity and precise direction recognition in a single device. This innovation simplifies strain measurement across engineering, healthcare, robotics, and aerospace, paving the way for safer structures, smarter wearables, and more advanced robotics. Read more about this exciting breakthrough from the Occhipinti Group at the University of Cambridge: bit.ly/410dj9k #Innovation #Engineering #Sensors #AdvancedMaterials #Research #OcchipintiGroup #Cambridge

Exciting News from the Cambridge Graphene Centre! The University of Cambridge has been selected as one of two UK institutions participating in PIXEurope, a groundbreaking consortium of 20 leading research organizations across Europe. PIXEurope aims to revolutionize the development and production of photonic chips, which use light instead of electricity for faster, more energy-efficient performance compared to traditional electronic chips. At the heart of this initiative is the Cambridge Graphene Centre, which will integrate graphene and related materials into photonic circuits for high-speed communications and quantum devices. Professor Andrea C. Ferrari, Director of the Cambridge Graphene Centre, highlighted the potential of this work: "These ground-breaking photonic research prototypes may lead to life-changing products and services, with huge economic benefits for the UK and the world." The consortium, coordinated by the Institute of Photonic Sciences in Spain, will host a state-of-the-art pilot line funded by €380M from the European Commission and the EU’s Chips Joint Undertaking (JU). The UK’s involvement is further supported by £4.2M from the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology, match-funded by Horizon Europe. This pilot line will bring cutting-edge photonic technologies to industries like healthcare, AI, quantum computing, and renewable energy, driving innovation and addressing global challenges such as energy efficiency. 🌍 The global market for photonic integrated circuits is projected to grow by over 400% by 2030, with the photonics market expected to surpass €1,500 billion—a testament to its transformative potential. Lord Vallance, UK Science Minister, praised the initiative: "By pooling our expertise with partners across Europe, we can tackle urgent global challenges, including energy consumption and efficiency." We’re proud to partner with Cornerstone Photonics Innovation Centre at the University of Southampton and European collaborators on this key project, strengthening the UK’s role in semiconductor innovation and global photonics research. Read the full release: https://lnkd.in/eWPze9x5 Search for: 'Cambridge to trial cutting-edge semiconductor technologies for wider use in major European project | University of Cambridge.' Stay tuned for updates as we shape the future of photonics!  #SemiconductorInnovation #Photonics #Graphene #ResearchAndDevelopment #Sustainability #Collaboration