Feng Chia University Partners with N&M to Promote Silicon Photonics Sensing Technology and Develop Smart Healthcare Ecosystem

Silicon photonics sensing technology is creating a new wave in global smart health applications. To accelerate the practical implementation of this cutting-edge technology in the smart healthcare field, Feng Chia University's FCU-MIC Smart City 5G Lab and N&M, the world's first company to design silicon photonics sensing chips based on Si-CMOS processes, have partnered to host the "Silicon Photonics Sensing in Smart Health Innovation Applications Forum" on campus yesterday (27th). Experts from industry, government, and academia were invited to discuss how silicon photonics sensing technology can drive the development of the smart health industry and promote a 5G smart healthcare ecosystem covering detection, health management, and long-term care services.

In recent years, silicon photonics technology, which combines the advantages of optics and semiconductor processes, has attracted significant attention. It features high speed, low power consumption, and high integration, and is regarded as a key technology for next-generation sensing and communication. Especially in the smart health field, silicon photonics sensors can be used for real-time physiological signal monitoring, early disease detection, and remote health management, demonstrating revolutionary application potential.

Feng Chia University President Vey Wang welcomed experts and industry partners in his opening speech, emphasizing Feng Chia's long-term commitment to technological innovation and industry-academia collaboration. Feng Chia University is the first university in Taiwan to establish a campus-wide 5G feature field, and Wang hopes that this collaboration can combine silicon photonics sensing technology to become a key driver for precision and smart healthcare.

Feng Chia University President Vey Wang (left), N&M Chairman Chun-Jung Chiu (top right), and Feng Chia University Distinguished Chair Professor Bing-Jean Lee (bottom right) personally participated in the "Silicon Photonics Sensing in Smart Health Innovation Applications Forum."

Following this, Ying-Yi Lin, Director of Market Development at N&M, delivered a keynote speech titled "Silicon Photonics Sensing Technology and Application Opportunities," providing an in-depth analysis of the broad application potential of silicon photonics technology in health management. Ying-Chung Chen, Senior Director at ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd., discussed the latest development trends in sensor products and silicon photonics packaging. Additionally, Hui-Yu Chen, Senior Manager at SEMI, shared the latest developments in the silicon photonics industry alliance, comprehensively exploring how technology drives the continuous development of the smart health industry.

The forum also invited Tzu-An Kuo, Deputy Director of the Dementia Care Center at Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, to discuss health behaviors and care needs in an aging society. Kuo pointed out that the health management of dementia patients requires the integration of multiple resources, and cross-disciplinary cooperation is crucial. Feng Chia University Distinguished Chair Professor Bing-Jean Lee further shared the future cooperation model between the FCU-MIC Smart City 5G Lab and Chung Shan Medical University. The attendees showed great interest in the application of silicon photonics sensing technology in the smart health field.

Chun-Jung Chiu, Chairman of N&M, announced at the forum that N&M will collaborate with Feng Chia University, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, and Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology to build a comprehensive health care network for elderly dementia patients, from detection to long-term care. They will also expand the application of silicon photonics sensing technology in smart diabetes care.

N&M researchers and attendees shared insights on silicon photonics sensing technology and application opportunities.

The forum attracted nearly 100 scholars and experts from industry, government, and academia, who deeply explored the development potential, technical applications, and future development of silicon photonics sensing technology in the smart care field.

Feng Chia University has long been committed to deepening cooperation with industry partners. Facing the wave of aging and medical challenges, the university will continue to promote innovative applications in the smart health industry through cross-disciplinary cooperation among academia, industry, and healthcare, thereby creating a more comprehensive smart health ecosystem and contributing to healthy aging and medical welfare.

Nearly 100 experts and scholars from industry, government, and academia gathered at Feng Chia University's FCU-MIC Smart City 5G Lab to discuss how silicon photonics sensing technology can drive the development of the smart health industry.