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• Integrated Photonics
• Optical Frequency Combs
• Silicon Photonics
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Minghao Qi is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University's College of Engineering, West Lafayette. His research focuses on integrated photonics systems for optical communications, quantum information, and precision metrology applications. Professor Qi's work spans several critical photonics domains: Design and application of microresonator-based optical frequency combs (Kerr combs) Silicon and silicon nitride integrated photonic circuits Thin-film lithium niobate devices for nonlinear optics Quantum information processing using frequency-bin entangled photons Photonic neuromorphic computing with machine learning co-design Optical sensors and time-of-flight ranging systems Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research vectors: (1) Vernier microcombs for optical atomic clocks and RF stabilization, (2) Trident edge coupler architectures for octave-spanning nonlinear processes on lithium niobate, and (3) Physics-informed neural networks applied to photonic device design and signal processing. His recent work demonstrates strong convergence between integrated photonics, quantum technologies, and machine learning.

• Laser Engineering
• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
• Attosecond Physics
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Martin Huppert is a laser engineer at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), working in the Laboratory for Nonlinear Optics . Since 2017, he has focused on developing and maintaining laser systems for the SwissFEL facility, particularly the photocathode and seeding lasers. His academic background includes a Master's degree from the MIT-Harvard Center for Ultracold Atoms and a doctoral degree (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich, 2016) under Prof. Hans Jakob Wörner. ETH Zurich – Interdisciplinary Sciences (Master's) MIT-Harvard Center for Ultracold Atoms – Master Thesis ETH Zurich – Doctoral Degree in Physical Chemistry (2016) Research interests center on applied laser engineering , attosecond pulse generation , and atomic/molecular physics . He bridges laser technology with electron accelerators for coherent X-ray production. Current work involves SwissFEL's Athos beamline to achieve attosecond free-electron laser radiation in the soft X-ray range. Recent publications emphasize ultrafast laser systems , attosecond pulse characterization , and X-ray spectroscopy . Key contributions include developing stabilization systems for optical frequency combs and studying photoionization dynamics in molecules like N₂O and H₂O. Technical advancements in beamline design and mid-infrared drivers dominate his work. Institutional responsibilities include maintaining SwissFEL's laser systems for reliable, high-performance operation. His career spans hands-on laser engineering, academic research, and technology development at major institutions (ETH Zurich, PSI), with expertise in femtosecond and attosecond time-resolved experiments.

Steve KaneView profile

Lecturer

• Ultrafast Optics
• Laser Physics
• Pulse Compression

Steve Kane is Lecturer in Physics at New Jersey Institute of Technology, specializing in ultrafast laser systems and pulse compression techniques. His research develops advanced optical instrumentation for femtosecond laser applications. Education: Ph.D. Applied Physics, University of Michigan M.S. Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan B.A. Physics, Haverford College Research contributions include novel grism compressor designs enabling precise dispersion control in chirped-pulse amplification systems. Recent publications focus on achieving carrier-envelope phase stability in optical parametric amplifiers.

• Ultrafast Lasers
• Nonlinear Optics
• Pulse Compression
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Dr. Tamás Nagy is a Department Head in the A3 Department of Ultrafast Lasers and Nonlinear Optics at the Max Born Institute in Berlin. His research focuses on ultrafast laser technology, high-energy few-cycle pulse generation, and advanced pulse characterization methods. He leads projects in energy-scalable hollow-core fiber compression, optical parametric amplification, and attosecond science. Education: PhD in Physics (summa cum laude, 2000), University of Szeged, Hungary MSc in Physics (with honor, 1994), Attila József University, Szeged Research Interests: Energy scaling of ultrafast lasers Few-cycle pulse compression and amplification Attosecond science and XUV spectroscopy Nonlinear optical phenomena in hollow-core fibers High-order harmonic generation Key Contributions: Developed scalable hollow-core fiber compression techniques achieving terawatt-level pulses Pioneered high-energy OPCPA systems beyond 10 mJ Advanced FROG and d-scan pulse characterization methods Awards: OSA Senior Member (2018) Professional Roles: General Chair: HILAS 2018 (Strasbourg) Program Chair: HILAS 2016 (Long Beach)

Federico FurchView profile

Researcher

• Ultrafast Lasers
• Nonlinear Optics
• Attosecond Science
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Federico Furch is a Researcher at the Max Born Institute in Berlin, Germany, where he serves as Coordinator for Project 4.1 and contributes to Projects 1.2, 2.1, and 4.1. His work focuses on ultrafast laser development for advanced applications, including attosecond pump-probe spectroscopy, strong field physics, and material processing. Current role: Staff Scientist (since 2015) Previous positions: Postdoctoral researcher at MBI (2011-2015) and FOM-AMOLF (2010-2011) Education: PhD in Physics (2010, Colorado State University) and Licenciate degree in Physics (2004, University of Buenos Aires) His research emphasizes high-repetition-rate, high-average-power optical parametric chirped pulse amplifiers (OPCPAs) at 800 nm, capable of delivering sub-4 fs pulses with controlled carrier-envelope phase (CEP) and energies up to 190 µJ. He also explores nonlinear techniques for single-cycle pulse compression and high-order harmonic generation in extreme ultraviolet wavelengths. Recent publications highlight his expertise in few-cycle laser systems, surface waveguide fabrication, and attosecond pulse characterization. Articles span 2025 to 2020, covering topics such as Refractive index sensing , Pulse compression , and Optical vortices , with keywords like Optics, Photonics, and Nonlinear Optics. Scientific award: OSA Ambassador 2018 for global inclusivity efforts in optics Patent: US 9,209,598 B1 for a cooling system in high-average-power lasers His research has produced innovations in laser technology, with applications in attosecond science and advanced material processing. Collaborations include institutions in Germany, the Netherlands, and the USA, reflecting an international scientific network.

• Electronic Circuit Design
• RF Power Amplifiers
• Digital Signal Processing
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Hans-Georg Brachtendorf is a Professor at the Research Center Hagenberg Embedded Systems within the School of Informatics, Communications and Media at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria - Hagenberg Campus. His work focuses on advanced circuit simulation techniques, RF engineering, and digital signal processing with significant contributions to harmonic balance methods and nonlinear circuit analysis. His research interests span electronic circuit design, RF power amplifiers, digital signal processing, and nonlinear dynamics. Specializing in harmonic balance methods and oscillator circuits, he has developed innovative techniques for steady-state circuit simulation, nonlinear adaptive filtering, and multiplier-less digital filter design. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical electronic engineering applications, particularly in THz-wave detection and wireless communication systems. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on nonlinear dynamics identification using symbolic regression, optimization of digital filters through multiplier-less architectures, and governing equation reconstruction from measurement data. His work demonstrates consistent advancement in computational efficiency for circuit simulation while addressing modern challenges in RF and THz technologies. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the available data, his research has generated significant academic impact with 43 publications since 1994 and an h-index reflecting substantial citation influence. Professor Brachtendorf has supervised at least two academic works according to institutional records, though specific student names are not provided. His research activities include collaborations evidenced by joint publications with researchers such as Steiger, Dalpiaz, and Kronberger across multiple institutions. The Research Center Hagenberg Embedded Systems serves as his primary laboratory environment, focusing on digital transformation within ICT strength areas with particular emphasis on circuit simulation and signal processing applications.

Julius HuijtsView profile

Researcher

• Ultrafast Electron Diffraction
• Laser Plasmas
• Quantum Technology
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Julius Huijts is a postdoctoral researcher at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Coherence and Quantum Technology group. His work focuses on developing ultrashort pulses of ultracold electrons for ultrafast electron diffraction on membrane proteins. Supported by prestigious fellowships (Branco Weiss and Marie Skłodowska-Curie), he has contributed to advancing laser-plasma acceleration and coherent diffractive imaging. Previously, he held postdoc positions at LOA (France) and completed his PhD at Université Paris-Saclay (2019). Education Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Applied Physics from TU Delft PhD from Université Paris-Saclay (2019), conducted at CEA (France) and ICFO (Spain) Research Interests Huijts' research spans ultrafast electron diffraction , laser-plasma acceleration , and quantum technology . His current project, CoCoPro , aims to create molecular movies of membrane proteins using ultracold electron pulses. This work bridges applied physics with biophysics, targeting breakthroughs in structural biology. Recent Research Trends His articles highlight advancements in laser wakefield acceleration (e.g., optimizing H₂ plasma performance) and carrier-envelope phase control in relativistic electron dynamics. Collaborative efforts focus on biomedical applications of high-repetition-rate electron beams. Awards & Recognition Branco Weiss Fellowship (2022) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2022) First prize in Dutch Physical Society writing competition (2021) FELs of Europe Poster Prize (2024) Grants & Projects CoCoPro (2022–2025): High-coherence ultracold electron diffraction for molecular movies Labs & Affiliations Part of TU/e's Coherence and Quantum Technology group, collaborating with institutions like LOA (France) and École Polytechnique. Active in international workshops (e.g., RUEDI Ultrafast Biosciences) and conferences (CLEO 2024).

• Laser Physics
• Optics
• Ultrafast Lasers
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Hugo Filipe de Almeida Pires is an Invited Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics, Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), Lisbon, Portugal. He is affiliated with the Institute of Plasmas and Nuclear Fusion (IPFN) and teaches Advanced Experimental Physics Laboratory II and Optics and Lasers. His research focuses on ultra-short laser pulse generation, optical parametric amplification (OPCPA), and high-power laser systems. He collaborates extensively on topics such as nonlinear optics, mid-infrared laser development, and plasma diagnostics. His work emphasizes the design and optimization of OPCPA systems, ultra-broadband amplification techniques, and femtosecond laser technologies. Recent efforts include multi-mJ scaling of few-cycle mid-infrared lasers and high-efficiency harmonic generation. His contributions to thermal management in diode-pumped amplifiers and refractive index retrieval via interferometry highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Pires’ publications span laser-matter interaction studies, crystal-based nonlinear optics, and advanced laser system engineering. He actively contributes to facilities like the L2I high-intensity laser, advancing applications in plasma physics and ultrafast imaging.

• Sustainable Development
• Biomass Combustion
• Chemical Looping Combustion
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Professor Leena Hupa is affiliated with Åbo Akademi University under the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering , focusing on molecular science and engineering for sustainable future technologies. Her research directly addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in biomass energy systems. Projects: Bio4all (bio-based materials), GLCE (low-carbon metal extraction), Oxy-Kraft RB (green energy parks), BioDemo (biochemical production) Research areas span combustion technology , pyrolysis of low-grade biomasses , high-temperature corrosion , and ash chemistry in boilers . Recent work examines CaCl2 formation mechanisms , ignition delay dynamics , and chemical looping corrosion . Key collaborations include Business Finland , EU funding , and Scandinavian energy networks . She contributes to Kraft recovery boiler optimization and chemical looping combustion systems.

Sven BreitkopfView profile

Researcher

• Ultrafast laser physics
• Fiber laser technology
• High-harmonic generation
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Sven Breitkopf is a researcher at the Institute of Applied Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science, Friedrich Schiller University Jena. His work focuses on advanced ultrafast laser systems with particular emphasis on industrial applications and high-power implementations. His research interests span multiple areas of laser physics including ultrafast fiber laser technology, high-harmonic generation, coherent beam combining, and applications in extreme ultraviolet sources. Breitkopf's work bridges fundamental laser physics with practical industrial implementations, developing robust laser systems for scientific and commercial applications. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on pushing the boundaries of fiber laser technology, particularly in the mid-infrared spectrum (2µm region), high-harmonic generation for XUV applications, and compact systems for biomedical imaging techniques like CARS and SRS. His work consistently addresses challenges in power scaling, stability, and industrial implementation of ultrafast laser systems. Breitkopf has made significant contributions to advancing fiber-based ultrafast laser technology, with publications covering topics such as: High-power ultrafast fiber CPA systems Industrial-grade high-harmonic generation Coherent beam combining techniques Mid-infrared laser sources Compact systems for nonlinear microscopy His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward making advanced laser technologies more robust, powerful, and applicable to real-world industrial and scientific challenges.

Christian GaidaView profile

Researcher

• Ultrafast Laser Technology
• Fiber Laser Systems
• Laser Micromachining
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Dr. Christian Gaida is a prominent researcher at Friedrich Schiller University Jena's Institute of Applied Physics, specializing in advanced fiber laser technologies and ultrafast optics. His research focuses on developing high-power, ultrafast laser systems operating in the 2-micron wavelength region, with particular expertise in thulium-doped fiber amplifiers and chirped pulse amplification systems. His research interests span Ultrafast Laser Technology , Fiber Laser Systems , High-Harmonic Generation , and Mid-Infrared Laser Development . Dr. Gaida has pioneered techniques for generating high-average power ultrashort pulses at 2-micron wavelengths, enabling applications in materials processing, spectroscopy, and biomedical imaging. His work on multipass-cell-based post compression has achieved remarkable results including 250W average power with sub-8fs pulse durations. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward industrial applications of previously laboratory-bound technologies. His research group has successfully transitioned high-harmonic generation systems from research prototypes to industrial-grade implementations, while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of power scaling in mid-infrared fiber laser systems. The interdisciplinary nature of his work bridges physics, engineering, and practical industrial applications. Dr. Gaida has been instrumental in developing compact, reliable fiber-based sources for CARS and SRS imaging, which have significant implications for biomedical applications. His contributions to in-band pumping of thulium-doped fibers have dramatically improved the efficiency of mid-infrared laser systems.

• Attosecond Physics
• Ultrafast Laser Physics
• Quantum Optics
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Dr. Thomas Nubbemeyer is a Research Fellow in the Attosecond Physics group at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) in Garching, Germany, focusing on ultrafast laser-matter interactions and quantum optical phenomena. His research spans: Attosecond pulse generation and characterization Strong-field ionization dynamics High-harmonic spectroscopy Ultrafast electron dynamics in atoms and molecules Dr. Nubbemeyer maintains active experimental work in MPQ's laser laboratories, utilizing state-of-the-art Ti:sapphire laser systems operating at petawatt intensities. His technical expertise includes vacuum ultraviolet optics, electron/ion momentum spectroscopy, and carrier-envelope phase stabilization. He can be reached at thomas.nubbemeyer@mpq.mpg.de or +49 89 32905-521 from office B 1.29 at Hans-Kopfermann-Str. 1, 85748 Garching.

Meng HanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
• Ultrafast Laser Physics
• Attosecond Science
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Meng Han is an active Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Kansas State University, affiliated with the James R. Macdonald Laboratory (JRML). He leads an experimental research group focused on cutting-edge ultrafast laser technologies and their applications in attosecond science and remote sensing. His work bridges fundamental quantum dynamics with practical instrumentation development. Education PhD in Optics, Peking University (2015-2020) Postdoctoral Research, ETH Zurich (2020-2023) as Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow His research centers on CEP-stabilized near-single-cycle laser systems, short isolated attosecond pulse generation, and laser-induced plasma phenomena for remote sensing applications. Current projects include air lasing, fluorescence diagnostics, and acoustic wave generation from plasmas, enabling breakthroughs in atmospheric monitoring and quantum control. His group actively develops novel laser technologies for water-window soft X-ray applications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in attosecond metrology, chiral photoionization dynamics, and laser-plasma interactions. His work consistently appears in top-tier journals including Nature, Science Advances, and Physical Review Letters, demonstrating leadership in quantum electron dynamics and strong-field physics. Key innovations include CEP-dependent air sensing techniques and attosecond chronoscopy methods for measuring fundamental quantum processes. Scientific Awards Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (FP-RESOMUS) Professor Han mentors a dynamic research team including postdocs (Mahmudul Hasan, Jingsong Gao), graduate students (Zach Eisenhutt, Yiming Yuan), and undergraduate researchers (Caitlin Solis). His group has secured significant infrastructure including industrial Yb-based lasers and custom pulse compression systems. Recent grants support the development of water-window attosecond pulses and angle-resolved photoelectron streaking experiments. The JRML group operates a state-of-the-art attosecond science facility featuring CEP-stabilized laser systems, vacuum chambers for molecular beam experiments, and advanced detection systems. Recent milestones include generating single isolated attosecond pulses (2025), measuring laser-waveform-dependent air fluorescence (2024), and direct acoustic detection of CEP in ambient air (2024). The lab continues to pioneer techniques for quantum control and remote atmospheric sensing.

Matthias KlingView profile

Professor

• Photon Science
• Ultrafast Electronics
• Nanophotonics
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Matthias Kling is a Professor of Photon Science at Stanford University and Director of the Science, Research and Development (SRD) Division at the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. He holds a courtesy appointment in Applied Physics. His career includes leadership roles at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich, and Kansas State University. Education: PhD in Physical Chemistry (2002) from University of Göttingen, Germany. Postdoctoral research at UC Berkeley and AMOLF. Research focuses on attosecond nanophotonics, ultrafast electronics, lightwave control in quantum materials, and aerosol chemical processes. His lab develops high-power laser systems and ultrafast spectroscopies for probing electron dynamics in nanoscale systems. Key research areas include: Attosecond Science: Imaging electron motion in nanomaterials using X-ray free-electron lasers. Plasmonics: Studying plasmonic resonances and their impact on optoelectronic devices. Reaction Nanoscopy: Analyzing aerosol surface chemistry with femtosecond resolution. Laser Technology: Advancing OPCPA systems and THz/PHz spectroscopies. Articles (2025-2023) highlight breakthroughs in attosecond X-ray pulses, lightwave-controlled quantum materials, and catalytic processes on ionized nanoparticles. His work bridges fundamental physics with applications in ultrafast electronics and quantum computing. Labs/Teams: Leads the Ultrafast Electronics and Nanophotonics Group at Stanford and directs LCLS's SRD Division, overseeing advanced light source development. Collaborates globally on XFEL-based experiments and laser technology innovation.

Eric WellsView profile

Professor

• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• Optical Physics
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Eric Wells serves as Professor of Physics and Program Director of Dual-Degree Engineering at Augustana University, where he has taught physics courses since 2003. His academic leadership spans both instructional and research domains within the Department of Physics. Education Ph.D. in Physics, Kansas State University Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Virginia B.A. in Physics and Mathematics, Hastings College (1994) Dr. Wells' research centers on atomic, molecular, and optical physics, specifically investigating ultrafast laser control of molecular fragmentation and bond rearrangement. His experimental approach employs velocity map imaging and closed-loop coherent control to manipulate chemical dynamics at femtosecond timescales, with emphasis on Coulomb explosion, isomerization pathways, and strong-field ionization phenomena. This work bridges fundamental quantum mechanics with practical applications in laser-driven chemistry. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022–2005) reveals consistent focus on laser-molecule interactions across diverse systems (formic acid, water, hydrocarbons). Key methodological threads include momentum-resolved imaging, adaptive pulse control, and undergraduate-involved experimental design. The research demonstrates progression from foundational collision studies toward sophisticated coherent control of molecular transformations. Dr. Wells has co-authored publications with over 30 Augustana undergraduate students, reflecting his commitment to research mentorship. As Program Director of Dual-Degree Engineering, he facilitates engineering education pathways while maintaining an active physics research program at this small liberal arts institution.