Explore the cutting-edge technology of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) in wireless communications through this 39-minute conference talk by Marco Di Renzo. Delve into the latest research advances on modeling, analyzing, and optimizing RISs, focusing on electromagnetically consistent models, analytical frameworks, and optimization algorithms. Discover how RISs enable dynamic control of electromagnetic waves and create programmable wireless environments. Learn about the interplay between RISs and holographic surface-based transceivers, with emphasis on near-field communications in line-of-sight channels. Gain insights from Di Renzo, a distinguished CNRS Research Director and IEEE Fellow, as he discusses the potential impact of this multidisciplinary research on future wireless networks. Explore topics such as metasurfaces, relay-type surfaces, information surfaces, and their integration into communication standards. Understand the challenges, advantages, and potential applications of this emerging technology, including its timeline for practical implementation and hybrid solutions. Read more