Katarzyna Balakier
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Katarzyna Balakier
European Space Agency
Satellite Optical and Quantum Communication- Present Capabilities and Future Opportunities
The talk will focus on the evolution of and recent advancements in Satellite Optical and Quantum Communication. These include ESA's flagship mission, HydRON (High-thRoughput Optical Network), and the creation of a new initiative dedicated to the development of the Quantum Information Network (QIN). The emphasis is placed on the multi-orbital network that can be seamlessly integrated with the existing terrestrial fiber network as well as the development of optical and photonics technology under the ESA ScyLight program.
About the Speaker
Dr Kasia Balakier is Optical & Quantum Communication Technology Manager at European Space Agency (ESA). She is responsible for the implementation of ESA Strategic Programme Line in Optical and Quantum Communication – Scylight.
Prior to joining ESA, Kasia was a Lecturer at University College London (UCL). She was awarded a Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Fellowship to support her research in integrated photonics for space.
In addition to her academic career, she worked as Senior System Engineer and Expert in Telecom Payload Photonics at Airbus, where she was involved in development and implementation of optical systems for Telecommunication and Earth Observation satellites.
