C. Kyle Renshaw

C. Kyle Renshaw is a Professor of Optics and Photonics at the University of Central Florida (UCF), affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering (ECE) within the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). He holds a PhD and MS from the University of Michigan and an undergraduate degree from Cornell University. His research focuses on organic optoelectronics, thin-film semiconductors, sensor arrays, photovoltaics, and imaging systems, particularly in applications like flexible electronics and optoelectronic devices.

Dr. Renshaw leads the Thin-Film Optoelectronics (TFO) Group, which develops materials and fabrication techniques for large-area devices such as solar cells, displays, and sensors. His work spans hybrid metasurface-refractive optics, drone-based imaging systems, and multispectral imaging technologies. Notable contributions include advancements in infrared imaging, free-space optical communications, and sensor optimization for geolocation.

His recent research highlights include experimental comparisons of active imaging modes, Gaussian decomposition modeling for hybrid lenses, and evaluation of Doppler wind lidar for aviation safety. Dr. Renshaw has been recognized with the 2018 AFRL Summer Faculty Fellowship. His work bridges fundamental optics research with practical applications in defense, environmental monitoring, and aerospace systems.