On Wednesday 20 April (14:00-16.30) the UK Spectrum Policy Forum will be hosting a hybrid workshop to explore the wireless applications and spectrum above 86 GHz .
'Terhertz' spectrum has recently gained a lot of attention across the globe, showcasing an increasing interest in commercial use of these frequency bands.
Within the ITU, there are two Resolutions calling for studies, as well as preliminary agenda items for WRC-27. In CEPT, there are also studies underway , while ETSI has started its standardisation activities.
This workshop is intended to build awareness of international developments in the framework for spectrum regulation of Terahertz frequency bands.
It will also provide the opportunity for a wide range of stakeholders to exchange views on THz technologies.
Draft Agenda
| Introduction and propagation characteristics | Simon Pike, Independent |
| Ofcom's perspective | Richard Moore, Ofcom |
| W & D bands an operator perspective | Dave Townend, BT |
| TeraHertz RF technology for W & D bands | Dr Tudor Williams, Director of Technology, Filtronic |
| GSA's views on TeraHertz bands | Reza Karimi, GSA |
| International activities within ITU, CEPT and ETSI | Simon Pike, Independent |
| Passive meteorological applications | Stephen English, Deputy Director of Research, European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts |
| US perspective | Michael Marcus, Northeastern University |
Next Steps
Following the workshop, a report will be produced that summarises the main points in the presentations and records the comments and conclusions.
If you are interested in attending, please make sure you book your place now, and select the relevant ticket when registering.
Please note that physical tickets are limited.
Josh Turpin
Josh Turpin
Josh joined techUK as a Programme Manager for Telecoms and Net Zero in August 2024.
In this role, working jointly across the techUK Telecoms and Climate Programmes, Josh is responsible for leading on telecoms infrastructure deployment and uptake and supporting innovation opportunities, as well as looking at how the tech sector can be further utilised in the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.
Prior to joining techUK, Josh’s background was in public affairs and communications, working for organisations across a diverse portfolio of sectors including defence, telecoms and infrastructure; aiding clients through stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, media outreach as well as secretariat duties.
Outside of work, Josh has a keen interest in music, painting and sailing.
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Tales Gaspar
Tales Gaspar
Tales has a background in law and economics, with previous experience in the regulation of new technologies and infrastructure.
In the UK and Europe, he offered consultancy on intellectual property rights of cellular and IoT technologies and on the regulatory procedures at the ITU as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI).
Tales has an LL.M in Law and Business by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics, with a specialization in Government and Law.
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