Nikolas Podraza

Nikolas Podraza is a Chair and Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, The University of Toledo, holding the NEG Endowed Chair for Silicate Science. His roles include academic leadership and research in condensed matter physics and materials science.

Education:

• Ph.D., 2008, The University of Toledo
• B.S. and M.S., Pennsylvania State University

Research focuses on ultraviolet to THz spectroscopic characterization of materials, optical structures, thin film solar cells, and opto-electronic devices. His work bridges physics, materials science, and engineering applications in energy technologies.

Publications can be found on his NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) page. No specific scientific awards or student advisees are listed here.