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Optical network planning and design
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Self-healing SDH loops
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Network reconfigurations and restoration techniques
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Novel architectures for wavelength routers (Optical Nodes)
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Multi-layer design of optical networks
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Optical network performance modeling
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Optical integrated circuits
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Optical network performance monitoring
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WDM inter-working with IP network
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GMPLS optical switching nodes
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Optical network management
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Signalling for all-optical networks
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Measurement, monitoring and supervision techniques
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Applications for all-optical network infrastructures
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Optical multicasting
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Access networks designs and protocols
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Routing and wavelength assignment algorithms
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Photonic-based end-to-end communications protocols
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Optical data networking
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Optical packet/burst switching (OBS/OPS)
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Soliton-based networks
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MAC protocols for optical LANs and MANs
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Call admission control and QoS-awareness in optical networks
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Metro/access interface - architecture technologies and protocols enabling transparency
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All-Optical access networks
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High Speed optical LANs and gigabit Ethernet
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Optical Time Division Multiplexing (OTDM) systems
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Evolution of metro networks: technical, economic and migration studies
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Field trials and experiments
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Optical interfaces and optical terminals
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Inter-working between optical and wireless networks
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Optical architectures for grid applications
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Modelling and design methodologies for optical grid networks
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Standardization and economic comparisons
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Optical network virtulization
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Energy efficiency
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