Join us for the PIADS CDT Annual Conclave 2025!

We are excited to invite you to this year’s highly anticipated PIADS CDT Annual Conclave, taking place on Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th June 2025 at 1A The Square, Gilbert Scott Building, University of Glasgow.

The Conclave is a vibrant platform for PIADS PhD students to present their cutting-edge research to a wide audience of academics and industry partners. Over the two days, the event will run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, featuring:

• Oral presentations from our second and third-year students

• Poster sessions showcasing work by our first-year students

We are also honoured to welcome Dr. Cleitus Antony as our keynote speaker. His talk will explore the exciting intersection of Photonics and Artificial Intelligence, setting the tone for inspiring discussions throughout the event.

In addition, we will host a careers roundtable session with industry professionals, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities for students and guests alike.

Evening Celebration

On the evening of Wednesday 18th June, we warmly invite you to join us back at 1A The Square for a three-course meal and traditional Ceilidh. This is a great opportunity to unwind and connect with fellow members of the PIADS community in a relaxed, social setting.

A detailed agenda will be shared ahead of the event. We look forward to seeing you there!

Keynote Speaker - Dr. Cleitus Antony

Dr. Cleitus Antony is a Senior Staff Researcher at the Tyndall National Institute in Cork, Ireland, where he works in photonic systems research. His recent work explores how the convergence of AI and photonics can drive innovations in smart optical networks and real-time sensing platforms. He began his career at Hitachi’s Opnext division in Japan and holds a PhD in Physics, specialising in optical communication. Over the past 20 years, he has contributed to numerous national and EU-funded projects, advancing optical networks, photonic integrated circuits, and digital signal processing. With five patents and over 70 publications, Dr. Antony brings a systems-level perspective that connects device physics, algorithm design, and real-world deployment. He is a strong advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration and is committed to mentoring the next generation of researchers in photonics and AI.