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New era of engineering – crafting the future

Our podcast series on ongoing tech research and innovation addresses key challenges for a more intelligent industry

Welcome to the forefront of innovation! Get ready to explore the “New era of engineering – crafting the future ” podcast series by Capgemini Engineering that takes you into the heart of ongoing tech research and innovation.

Curious to learn about how some of today’s challenges are being tackled to create a more intelligent tomorrow? Join host Liz Lugnier as she guides you through the cutting-edge world of AI, sustainability, automotive, digital twins, 6G, and more, alongside prestigious technological pioneers and researchers.

Each month, we will delve into the realm of possibilities, drawing from strategic university partnerships where distinguished experts collaborate. Discover how we’re scaling business solutions, pushing new innovations, and gearing up to face the challenges that lie ahead.

Episode 4: Crafting the Future: Beyond 5G, Coreless ran and Mesh Connectivity
– with Toktam Mahmoodi from King’s College London

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits?  

Toktam Mahmoodi, Professor of Communications Engineering and Director of the Centre for Telecommunications Research at King’s College London, and Shamik Mishra, Vice President & Chief Technology Officer for Connectivity at Capgemini Engineering, discuss the research collaboration established between King’s College London and Capgemini Engineering on 6G, connectivity, and industrial networks.

By focusing on low energy wireless solutions, this initiative not only propels technological innovation but also ensures sustainable growth, profoundly impacting both society and the industrial sector by enabling smarter, more efficient, and eco-friendly operations.

 

Guests:  

  • Toktam Mahmoodi, Professor of Communications Engineering and Director of the Centre for Telecommunications Research at King’s College London
  • Shamik Mishra, Vice President & Chief Technology Officer for Connectivity at Capgemini
  • Host: Liz Lugnier, Head of Sustainability Portfolio Management, Capgemini
  • Production: Bertille De Vlieger, PhD, Scientific Work Package Leader, Capgemini.  
  • Realization: Gustavo Roa Meza, Videographer, Capgemini

All the episodes:

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits?  
In this third episode, Vassilia Zorba, Group Leader for the Laser Technologies Group at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California at Berkeley and Ramon Antelo, Chief Technology Officer for Manufacturing and Industrial Operations at Capgemini Engineering, discuss the innovative collaboration established between Berkeley and Capgemini focused on laser processing and the accelerated discovery of material properties. 
Their conversation delves into the topics of:  
How the exploration of laser processing and the discovery of new material properties can revolutionize industries and improve people’s quality of life
The  wide range of challenges, from environmental sustainability and healthcare, to information technology, transportation, security and consumer electronics  
The origins of the collaboration between Berkeley and Capgemini. 
Guests:  
Vassilia Zorba, Group Leader for the Laser Technologies Group at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California at Berkeley 
Ramon Antelo, Chief Technology Officer for Manufacturing and Industrial Operations at Capgemini Engineering 
Host: Liz Lugnier, Director, Global Analyst Relations, Capgemini 
Production: Bertille De Vlieger, PhD, Scientific Work Package Leader, Capgemini.  
Realization: Gustavo Roa Meza, Videographer, Capgemini

Academic research is driven by curiosity and the pursuit of truth, while corporate research strives to empower companies with competitive advantages and drive profits. By bridging these two worlds, innovation emerges as a powerful force that not only advances knowledge but also generates tangible business value. How can we foster collaboration between academia and industry to unlock the full potential of innovation for mutual benefit? 

In this two-part episode, Daniela Rus, Director of the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) at MIT, and Andy Vickers, AI Chief Technology Officer at Capgemini Engineering, delve into the cutting-edge research in trusted AI. They explore the pioneering collaboration forged between MIT and Capgemini, which centers on fostering trust in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. 
Guests:
Daniela Rus, Director of the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), MIT
Andy Vickers, AI Chief Technology Officer, Capgemini Engineering
Host: Liz Lugnier, Director, Global Analyst Relations, Capgemini 
Production: Bertille De Vlieger, PhD, Scientific Work Package Leader, Capgemini.  
Realization: Gustavo Roa Meza, Videographer, Capgemini 

Part 1

Part 2

In our debut episode, Dr. Anne-Laure Cadène, VP, Head of University Partnership at Capgemini Engineering, unveils our Strategic University Research Partnerships program.

Join our host, Liz Lugnier, Director, Global Analyst Relations at Capgemini to discover how this initiative blurs the lines between academia and corporate research, fostering strategic collaborations to tackle complex challenges.

Explore the program’s three pillars: engineering the future, accelerating sustainability, and mastering complexity, and dive into captivating examples of research collaborations with top-tier academic partners.

Guest: Dr. Anne-Laure Cadène, VP, Head of University Partnership, Capgemini Engineering
Host: Liz Lugnier, Director, Global Analyst Relations, Capgemini
Production: Bertille De Vlieger, PhD, Scientific Work Package Leader, Capgemini.  
Realization: Gustavo Roa Meza, Videographer, Capgemini 

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