Ivan Bozhev

Dr. Ivan Bozhev is a Research Fellow at the University of Würzburg's Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, affiliated with the Chair of Experimental Physics III. His research focuses on nanotechnology, quantum transport, and advanced materials for biosensors and medical diagnostics. He contributes to projects at the Institute for Topological Insulators, exploring novel applications of silicon nanowires, SERS substrates, and nanostructured oxides.

Key research interests include:

• Design of biosensors for pathogen and disease detection (e.g., Listeria monocytogenes, H1N1 virus)
• Development of nanowire-based drug delivery systems at single-cell resolution
• Material characterization under extreme conditions (ion irradiation, high-temperature gas sensing)
• Optimization of nanowire fabrication via metal-assisted chemical etching and anodic oxidation

His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied technologies, such as high-temperature gas sensors, NO₂ detection systems, and SERS-based diagnostic tools. Recent advancements include gold-decorated silicon nanowires for bilirubin detection and antiviral applications of porous silicon nanoparticles.

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