G.K. Knopf

Dr. G.K. Knopf is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at Western University, Canada. He holds a Ph.D. (1991), M.Sc. (1987), and B.E. (1984) from the University of Saskatchewan. His work bridges product design, advanced manufacturing, and bio-inspired technologies.

• Research Focus: Dr. Knopf’s research spans 3D shape reconstruction, laser microfabrication, micro-optics, and bioelectronic imaging arrays. Recent projects emphasize light-driven actuators, flexible electronics, and graphene-based inks for printing circuits on unconventional substrates like silk and paper.
• Publications: Over 150 peer-reviewed works, including two edited CRC Press volumes (Smart Biosensor Technology, Optical Nano and Micro Actuator Technology). Key contributions involve non-lithographic fabrication, bacteriorhodopsin photodetectors, and self-organizing feature maps for data visualization.
• Awards/Patents: Co-inventor of two U.S. patents (6,542,249 for 3D surface measurement; 7,573,024 for bioelectronic imaging arrays).
• Teaching: Leads graduate courses in Medical Device Design and Optomechatronic Systems, as well as undergraduate Mechatronics and Medical Device Development courses.