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Qing LiView profile

Associate Professor

• Photonics
• Nanofabrication
• Quantum Information
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Qing Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), part of the College of Engineering. He holds a B.E. in Electronics Engineering from Tsinghua University (2006) and a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2013). Prior to CMU, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), where he developed quantum frequency conversion and microresonator-based optical systems. His research focuses on light-matter interactions in integrated photonics, emphasizing nonlinear optics and quantum information processing. He has pioneered silicon carbide and aluminum nitride platforms for chip-scale quantum technologies and optical metrology. Dr. Li has been recognized with prestigious awards including the Darpa Young Faculty Award (2019), OSA Paul F. Forman Team Engineering Excellence Award (2020), and Sigma Xi Best Ph.D. Thesis Award (Georgia Tech). His work bridges classical and quantum information systems, with applications in secure communication, atomic systems interrogation, and high-precision frequency synthesis. He actively contributes to the Pittsburgh Quantum Institute (PQI), advancing regional quantum engineering initiatives. His research group’s key projects include developing compact optical frequency synthesizers, soliton microcombs for communication grids, and entangled photon pair sources for quantum networks. Grants and collaborations support his exploration of novel photonic materials and devices, targeting advancements in both fundamental science and applied technologies.

• 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.

Michal LipsonView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Electro-optic properties of silicon
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Michal Lipson serves as the Eugene Higgins Professor of Electrical Engineering and Professor of Applied Physics at Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. Elected to both the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Sciences, she pioneered critical building blocks in silicon photonics that have transformed the field, with over 50,000 related publications annually. Her research has generated more than 250 scientific publications and 45 issued patents. Lipson's research focuses on nanophotonics and silicon photonics, where she demonstrated the ability to tailor electro-optic properties of silicon in landmark 2004 and 2005 Nature papers. Her work has enabled the development of photonic devices and circuits that now form the foundation of over 1,000 papers published yearly. She investigates novel optical phenomena while developing practical applications that address major bottlenecks in microelectronics. Her research spans fundamental physics to practical device implementation, with particular emphasis on integrated photonic systems. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strategic expansion from foundational silicon photonics into emerging applications including quantum information processing, machine learning acceleration, biomedical sensing, and topological photonics. While maintaining core expertise in silicon-based devices, her work increasingly incorporates 2D materials, heterogeneous integration, and novel optical phenomena to push performance boundaries. The research demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental device physics to system-level implementations with practical applications. National Academy of Engineering (2025) National Academy of Sciences MacArthur Fellowship Blavatnik Award Optica's R.W. Wood Prize IEEE Photonics Award John Tyndall Award NAS Comstock Prize in Physics Thomson Reuters Top 1% Highly Cited Researcher (annually since 2014) Professor Lipson has mentored an exceptional research group, graduating 40 PhD students and 2 MS students, with numerous postdocs and visiting researchers. Her alumni occupy prominent positions including professorships at major universities (Rochester, Ottawa, UNICAMP, Johns Hopkins), leadership roles at Intel, Bell Labs, and startups she co-founded (HyperLight, Voyant Photonics). Her laboratory has received substantial research funding supporting cutting-edge work in nanofabrication, optical characterization, and device development. Current research directions include quantum photonics, AI-accelerated optical systems, and novel materials integration. The Lipson Research Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for nanophotonic device design, fabrication, and characterization. The team comprises principal investigators, postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and administrative staff working collaboratively across disciplines including electrical engineering, materials science, physics, and applied physics. The group maintains strong industry partnerships while pursuing fundamental scientific advances in light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.

• Quantum Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
• Spintronics
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Maiken H. Mikkelsen is the James N. and Elizabeth H. Barton Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University, with a joint appointment in the Department of Physics . Her research focuses on quantum nanophotonics , plasmonics , and light-matter interactions in nanoscale materials, aiming to advance optoelectronics, quantum science, and biomedical diagnostics. Education B.S. in Physics, University of Copenhagen (2004) Ph.D. in Physics, University of California, Santa Barbara (2009) Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of California, Berkeley Her work explores nanophotonic engineering for quantum optics , spintronics , and ultrafast optoelectronics , with recent studies on nonlinear metasurfaces and plasmonic enhancement of immunoassays for point-of-care diagnostics. Publications highlight 2D semiconductor emission control , ultrafast single-photon sources , and metasurface-based photodetectors . Scientific Awards Maria Goeppert Mayer Award (2017) NSF CAREER Award (2015) Moore Inventor Fellow (2021) ONR/Air Force/Army Young Investigator Awards (2015-2017) Cottrell Scholar (2016) Stansell Family Distinguished Research Award (2021) She advises graduate students in Duke’s Electrical & Computer Engineering and Physics programs and leads the Mikkelsen Lab , which emphasizes ultrafast spectroscopy and quantum material development . The lab has graduated PhD students like Eunso Shin and Hengming Li (2025).

Sunil MittalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Photonics
• Topological Photonics
• Nonlinear Photonics
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Sunil Mittal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northeastern University, specializing in quantum and topological photonics. He joined Northeastern in 2021 and holds a PhD from the University of Maryland, College Park, alongside master’s degrees in Physics and Optoelectronics. His research focuses on quantum photonics, topological photonics, nonlinear photonics, and two-dimensional materials, with notable contributions to topological frequency combs and photonic quadrupole phases. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (University of Maryland, 2014), MS in Physics and Optoelectronics, and industry experience in optical telecommunications. Research highlights include pioneering work on topological sources of quantum light and non-Hermitian photonics systems. Recipient of 2024 and 2022 Stanford University citations (top 2% most-cited scientists) Lead co-PI on a $1.5M NSF DMREF grant (2024) for photonic materials development Recipient of Northeastern’s FY24 TIER 1 Interdisciplinary Research Seed Grant His Quantum Photonics Lab explores topological photonics applications in quantum computing and optical communication. Recent projects include using deep learning to accelerate photonic material design and studying excitonic Mott insulators in 2D heterostructures.

• Photonics
• Semiconductor Materials
• Optical Communications
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Professor Stephen Sweeney is a prominent academic in photonics and nanotechnology at the University of Glasgow. He holds a BSc from the University of Bath and a PhD from the University of Surrey. His research focuses on semiconductor materials for photonic devices, with applications in communications, energy, and biomedical fields. He leads the Semiconductor Photonic Materials and Devices group and serves as Convenor for Postgraduate studies in the James Watt School of Engineering. Education: BSc Applied Physics (University of Bath), PhD in Semiconductor Laser Physics (University of Surrey) Roles: Professor of Photonics and Nanotechnology, former Head of Physics Department at University of Surrey Industries: CTO of Zinir Ltd (UK photonics start-up) His research interests span laser technology, photonic integration, and energy-efficient systems. He has authored over 185 publications and holds prestigious fellowships from the Institute of Physics and SPIE. Recent work includes advancements in mode-locked lasers and photonic crystal devices. Awards: Fellow of the Institute of Physics Fellow of SPIE Grants & Collaborations: EPSRC Leadership Fellowship, EU advisory roles, and partnerships with global research agencies. His lab develops cutting-edge photonic systems for communications and sensing.

• Optical Solitons
• Quantum Optics
• Nonlinear Chromatic Dispersion
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Dr. Anjan Biswas is a Professor in the Department of Math & Physics at the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on analytical and computational approaches to quantum optics and nonlinear wave propagation. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of New Mexico. Metrics: Erdos Number 4, Hirsch Index 111. Research interests center on optical solitons in fibers with linear and nonlinear chromatic dispersion, Lie symmetry analysis for quiescent solitons, and stochastic modeling in photonic systems. His work explores fractional temporal evolution, polarization-mode dispersion, and Kudryashov’s power-law structures. Recent publications highlight advancements in cubic-quartic soliton modeling, dispersion triplet systems, and noise-resilient optical communication frameworks. Studies span Boussinesq-type models, magneto-optic waveguides, and metamaterial applications. Key methodologies include Adomian decomposition, Sardar sub-equation techniques, and Lie symmetry analysis. Applications range from quantum fluid dynamics to internet bottleneck suppression via exotic self-phase modulation structures.

Samuel Serna OtálvaroView profile

Assistant Professor

• Integrated Photonics
• Nonlinear Optics
• Optical Materials
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Dr. Samuel Serna Otálvaro is an Assistant Professor at Bridgewater State University's Department of Physics, Photonics and Optical Engineering. He holds a PhD in Physics from Paris-Saclay University and completed postdoctoral research at the Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (C2N) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His work focuses on integrated photonics, nonlinear optics, and optical materials, with a particular emphasis on nanofabrication and photonic crystal design. BS (2010): Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Medellín MA (2013): Friedrich Schieller University, Germany MA (2013): Paris-Sud University, Institute d’Optique Graduate School, France PhD (2016): Paris-Saclay University, France Dr. Serna's research explores hybrid photonic devices, third-order nonlinear susceptibilities, and sustainable optical technologies. His publications highlight advancements in coupler design, nonlinear material characterization, and educational innovations in photonics. He is an OSA Ambassador (2019) and has contributed to SPIE Career Lab Editorial initiatives (2021). Recent publications demonstrate expertise in hybrid photonics , nonlinear optical characterization , environmental sensing applications , and photonics education . His work spans topics from Germanium-based mid-infrared platforms to free-form micro-optics , reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to advancing optical engineering. Scientific Awards: OSA Ambassador 2019

Audrius DubietisView profile

Professor

• Ultrafast nonlinear optics
• Laser-matter interaction
• Femtosecond filamentation
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Audrius Dubietis serves as Professor and Lead research scientist at Vilnius University's Laser Research Center (LRC), Faculty of Physics. He currently directs the Excellence Center of Advanced Light Technologies, a major national initiative funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sports of Lithuania with a 5.5 million Euro budget (2023-2027), and leads the FEMTOLAMA project on high repetition rate femtosecond laser-matter interactions. Dubietis specializes in ultrafast nonlinear optics, with research spanning laser-matter interaction, femtosecond filamentation, and supercontinuum generation in solid-state media. His pioneering work on table-top optical parametric chirped pulse amplifiers has advanced the field over three decades. His theoretical framework for understanding light bullets in Kerr media (Physical Review Letters 112, 193901, 2014) represents a significant contribution to nonlinear optics. Current research focuses on high repetition rate supercontinuum generation using burst-mode femtosecond lasers, with particular emphasis on comparative studies across crystalline materials to optimize performance for specific applications. Analysis of his recent publication record reveals a strategic shift toward practical applications of supercontinuum sources, with increasing attention to thermal management in high repetition rate systems and development of robust, turnkey solutions for industrial and scientific use. His work bridges fundamental nonlinear optics with practical engineering considerations. National Science Prize (2004, 2019) Vilnius University Rectors prize for the best publication in physical sciences (2014) Vilnius University Rectors prize for scientific achievements (2009, 2018) Dubietis has supervised eight doctoral students through completion, with research spanning spatiotemporal light bullets, parametric interactions for ultrashort pulse generation, and supercontinuum generation in novel materials. His research program maintains strong international collaboration, particularly with Ecole Polytechnique (France), and includes significant funding from the Lithuanian Science Council. He serves on the editorial board of the Lithuanian Journal of Physics and was Lead guest editor for the Journal of the Optical Society of America B feature issue on Supercontinuum generation (2019). As a member of the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences since 2019, Dubietis plays a pivotal role in advancing laser science in Lithuania. He teaches core courses in Laser Physics (undergraduate), Nonlinear Optics (graduate), and Modern Optics and Spectroscopy (PhD program), while maintaining active engagement with the public through popular science lectures and his Lithuanian-language book 'Nuostabusis švytėjimas: padangių fizika be formulių' (2014).

Amir Hamed MajediView profile

Professor

• Quantum photonics
• Superconducting optoelectronics
• Microwave-photonics
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Amir Hamed Majedi is a Professor at the University of Waterloo , cross-appointed to the Departments of Physics and Astronomy and Applied Mathematics . He leads the Integrated Quantum Optoelectronics Lab (IQOL) under the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology. Research Interests : Quantum photonics Superconducting optoelectronics Graphene photonics THz photonic devices Nano-electrophotonics Quantum information technology Article Trends : His publications focus on quantum electrodynamics in superconducting and graphene structures, covering single-photon detectors, nonlinear optical effects, THz amplification, and microwave-photonics integration. Keywords include Quantum Physics , Nanotechnology , Photonics , and Superconductivity . Teaching : Courses taught in recent years include ECE 106 - Electricity and Magnetism , ECE 375 - Electromagnetic Fields and Waves , and advanced topics in Quantum Electronics and Photonics (ECE 677, QIC 885). Education : Doctorate in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2001, University of Waterloo) Master's in Electromagnetic Waves and Photonic (1996, Amirkabir University of Technology) Bachelor's in Telecommunications (1994, Khaje-Nasir Toosi University of Technology)

Anthony RizzoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Integrated photonics
• Quantum photonics
• Neuromorphic photonics
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Anthony Rizzo is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Dartmouth College, leading the Rizzo Integrated Photonic Systems Laboratory. His research focuses on integrated photonics, quantum photonics, and neuromorphic photonics, with applications in high-speed data communication, quantum computing, and energy-efficient systems. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University (2022), an MS from Columbia (2019), and a BS in Physics from Haverford College (2017). His work has been funded by organizations such as the Toyota Research Institute and the U.S. Army Research Laboratory. Key research areas include silicon photonics for ultra-low energy optical interconnects, photonic-electronic integration, and novel photonic materials like aluminum nitride. Notable achievements include the first demonstration of a Kerr comb-driven silicon photonic link and advancements in 3D photonic integration for terabit-scale data links. His lab explores applications in quantum sensing, neuromorphic computing, and visible wavelength photonics for atomic systems. Funding Sources: Toyota Research Institute, U.S. Army Research Laboratory, Thayer School of Engineering, AIM Photonics Courses Taught: ENGS 23 (Distributed Systems and Fields), ENGS 60 (Solid-State Electronic Devices) Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in ultra-low loss waveguides, scalable photonic linear neurons, and energy-efficient modulators. His work bridges fundamental photonics research with practical applications in next-generation communication and computing systems.

Liam BarryView profile

Professor

• All-Optical Signal Processing
• Optical Pulse Generation and Characterization
• Hybrid Radio/Fibre Communication Systems
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Prof. Liam Barry is a Professor in the School of Electronic Engineering at Dublin City University (DCU), where he also serves as Director of the Radio and Optical Communications Laboratory. He holds a PhD from the University of Rennes, France, and has held research and academic roles at institutions including France Telecom’s Orange Labs and Auckland University, New Zealand. His expertise spans optical communications, signal processing, and optoelectronics. Key roles include ECOC 2019 Co-Chair and SFI Principal Investigator. He has published over 600 articles, holds 10 patents, and supervised 37 graduate students. Education: BE (Electronic Engineering) – University College Dublin (1991) MEngSc (Optical Communications) – University College Dublin (1993) PhD – University of Rennes, France (1996) Research Interests: All-optical signal processing Optical pulse generation and characterization Hybrid radio/fibre communication systems Wavelength-tunable lasers for reconfigurable networks Optical performance monitoring Optical frequency combs Funding & Awards: €20M Irish Photonic Integration Centre (IPIC) SFI Programme (2013–2025) Member of Royal Irish Academy (2019) Irish Research Council Board Member (2019) Over €70M in research grants secured across 60+ projects Labs & Teams: Director of the Radio and Optical Communications Laboratory, part of The Rince Institute (2006–2010). Collaborates with industry partners like Tyndall Institute, Eblana Photonics, and ESA. Grants & Contributions: Lead on projects like OPTICOMB, BIGPIPES, and TOPCAT Co-Chair of ECOC 2019

Chang-beom EomView profile

Professor

• Heteroepitaxy
• Complex oxide thin films
• Nanostructure fabrication
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Chang-beom Eom is the Raymond R. Holton Chair and Theodore H. Geballe Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research group specializes in heteroepitaxy of complex oxide thin films, nanostructures, and device applications, focusing on atomic-scale control for electronic, magnetic, and optical innovations. Education: PhD, Stanford University (1991) MS, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST, 1983) MS, Hanyang University (1981) Research Interests: Prof. Eom explores nanostructure fabrication, heteroepitaxy of complex oxides (e.g., ferroelectrics, superconductors), and oxide nanoelectronics. His work targets piezoelectric MEMS/NEMS, magnetoelectric devices, and 2D electron gases at oxide interfaces, emphasizing atomic-layer precision for next-generation quantum materials. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2023–2025) highlight advances in oxide heterostructures, spin transport, and quantum phenomena. Key themes include symmetry-controlled magnetism, noncollinear antiferromagnets, oxide interface engineering, and flexoelectric effects, with applications in spintronics, energy-efficient computing, and terahertz technology. Awards: Honorary Doctorate (DTU, 2023) MRS David Turnbull Lectureship (2022) Vannevar Bush Fellowship (2020) Moore Foundation EPiQS Investigator (2019) Packard Fellowship (1995) Research Group: Leads a team developing oxide thin-film synthesis, characterization, and nano-fabrication techniques. Collaborates globally on projects involving superconducting nanowires, multiferroic heterostructures, and terahertz magnonics. Secured grants from NSF, Moore Foundation, and DARPA for quantum material innovation.

Callum LittlejohnsView profile

Professor

• Photonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Optical Engineering
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Professor Callum Littlejohns is a Professorial Fellow-Enterprise at the University of Southampton , specializing in silicon photonics and integrated optical systems. He is affiliated with the Photonic Systems, Circuits and Sensors Group , focusing on advancing high-speed photonic devices and energy-efficient optical interconnects. Research interests: silicon photonics, optical engineering, wavelength conversion, and photonic education. Active projects: Horizon Europe - DOLORES, PIXEurope; EPSRC-funded Layered Materials Research Foundry. Collaborations: with Professors Graham Reed, David Thomson, and Anna Peacock on silicon photonic modulators and switches. His recent publications emphasize 3D integration, MOSCAP ring modulators, and Kerr effect-based high-speed devices. He also contributes to workforce development through photonics education programs.

Claire KerrView profile

Professor

• Pediatric Neurodisability
• Rehabilitation
• Cerebral Palsy
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Dr. Claire Kerr is a Professor in Rehabilitation at Queen's University Belfast's School of Nursing and Midwifery, focusing on improving healthcare for children with physical disabilities, particularly cerebral palsy. She leads the Maternal and Child Health Research group and holds roles in the MHLS Faculty Research Innovation Translation Committee and the QUB Patient and Public Involvement Group. Her research spans epidemiology, therapeutic interventions, and service provision for neurodisabled populations. She has secured grants totaling over £multi-million, including the Northern Ireland Cerebral Palsy Register (2017-2023) and projects on physical activity participation and digital health tools. Education and Teaching: She teaches undergraduate evidence-based nursing and coordinates postgraduate modules in musculoskeletal care. Current PhD students include Haifa Alfouzan (Saudi Arabia) studying physical activity in cerebral palsy and Michelle Stowell on social inclusion for disabled youth. Research Interests: Her work emphasizes clinical measurement tools, knowledge translation for allied health professionals, and family-centered care. She has published over 150 articles and received awards like the British Academy of Childhood Disability-Castang Fellowship and Health Research Board grants. Grants and Awards: Notable projects include £1M+ funding for the Cerebral Palsy Register and collaborative grants with institutions like Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and University of California. She has led studies on sleep disturbances in cerebral palsy and postoperative musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Labs and Collaborations: She co-leads the SPACE project on urban environments and aging, and collaborates internationally on neurodisability research. Her work aligns with UN SDGs on health equity and sustainable cities.