About this Event
Join us at Trinity College Dublin to discover how three years of European research are helping shape smarter, more resilient and energy-efficient communication networks.
As demand for AI, cloud computing and data centres continues to grow, the need for sustainable and reliable digital infrastructure has never been greater.
The ECO-eNET project has spent the past three years exploring how advanced optical and wireless technologies, combined with artificial intelligence, can deliver more flexible, efficient and resilient networks.
Taking place ahead of Data Centres Ireland 2026, this industry showcase offers an opportunity to explore the project's key achievements, see its technologies in action and discuss their potential real-world applications.
What to Expect
- Research Highlights: Short presentations showcasing ECO-eNET's achievements and their relevance to industry.
- Live Technology Demonstration: See how intelligent networks can adapt to changing conditions, using optical and wireless technologies to maintain connectivity.
- Laboratory Tour: Explore CONNECT's research facilities and the technologies behind the project.
- Networking Reception: Meet researchers, technology partners and industry professionals to exchange ideas and explore future opportunities.
Whether you work in data centres, telecommunications, digital infrastructure or emerging technologies, this event offers an opportunity to discover new approaches to sustainable and intelligent connectivity.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Time: 4.00–6.00 pm
Venue: CONNECT Centre, Trinity College Dublin
Join us as we mark the culmination of three years of collaborative research and explore the future of digital infrastructure
Event venue & nearby stays
CONNECt Centre, Trinity College Dublin, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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