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• Photonics
• Semiconductor Materials
• Quantum Electronics
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Professor Nelson Tansu is the Head of the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and Professor of Quantum Electronics at The University of Adelaide. Previously, he held the Daniel E. '39 and Patricia M. Smith Endowed Chair Professorship in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lehigh University and directed the Center for Photonics and Nanoelectronics. His research focuses on semiconductor materials, photonics, quantum devices, and biomedical technologies. He is an IEEE Fellow (2021) and NAI Fellow (2016), and a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2018). Research Interests: III-nitride semiconductors, quantum materials, power electronics, and machine learning-driven material discovery. Awards: Includes IEEE Fellow, NAI Fellow, and recognition as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher. Grants: Secured over US$13.92 million in funding from U.S. agencies for semiconductor research. Teaching: At Lehigh, taught courses on semiconductor physics, photonics, and quantum mechanics for engineers. His work bridges semiconductor engineering with biomedical applications, emphasizing sustainable and quantum technologies.

• Digital Signal Processing
• Radar Imaging
• Terahertz Time Domain Spectroscopy
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Associate Professor Brian Ng is an academic at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His primary role is as an Associate Professor/Reader, focusing on teaching and research in electrical engineering and signal processing. He holds a position in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students in areas such as radar systems, signal processing, and terahertz technology. His research expertise includes digital signal processing, wavelet systems, pattern recognition, radar imaging (including 3D ISAR and maritime applications), and terahertz time-domain spectroscopy. He has led or co-investigated several grants, such as the SmartSat CRC Project (2021-22), DST Group-funded research on 3D ISAR classification, and terahertz sensing projects. His work spans defense applications, environmental monitoring, and material science. Ng teaches courses like Digital Signal Processing, Radar Principles, and Signal Processing Applications. He has contributed to educational initiatives, including e-learning projects and curriculum design. His professional activities include editorial roles in radar conferences and collaborations with defense and industry partners. Key facilities and labs include those supporting terahertz fiber optics and radar systems at the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus. His research emphasizes practical applications of signal processing in aerospace, maritime, and biomedical contexts.

Wenshan CaiView profile

Professor

• Optical Metamaterials & Metasurfaces
• Plasmonic Nanodevices
• Photonic Design with Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Wenshan Cai is a full professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, with a joint appointment in the School of Materials Science and Engineering. He holds affiliations with SPIE and OPTICA as a member/fellow. Contact information includes wcai@gatech.edu and his lab website at cailab.gatech.edu. His research focuses on nanophotonic materials and devices, with emphasis on optical metamaterials, plasmonic nanodevices, and AI-driven photonic design. Dr. Cai earned his B.S. and M.S. from Tsinghua University (2000-2002) and his Ph.D. from Purdue University (2008). His postdoctoral training at Stanford University (pre-2012) further shaped his expertise. Key research areas include metamaterials, nanofabrication, nonlinear optics, and photovoltaics, addressing challenges in energy, security, and environmental technologies. His work spans fabrication, modeling, and processing of advanced materials, with notable contributions to plasmonics and metamaterials. Over 70 journal articles and ~20,000 citations highlight his impact, alongside the influential textbook Optical Metamaterials: Fundamentals and Applications . Awards include the OSA/SPIE Goodman Book Award and ONR Young Investigator Award. Dr. Cai’s lab explores cutting-edge topics like AI-assisted photonic design, transient chiral media, and ultrafast phenomena. His research bridges theory and application, driving advancements in photonics, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology.

Xiaodong ChenView profile

Professor

• Microwave Engineering
• Antenna Design
• Wireless Communication Systems
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Professor Xiaodong Chen is a faculty member at Queen Mary University of London, affiliated with the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a BSc and PhD, and is a Fellow of both the IEEE and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET). His research focuses on microwave engineering, antenna design, terahertz technology, medical applications of RF/EM fields, and space-based solar power systems. His research interests include advanced antenna arrays, high-power magnetron design, wireless communication systems, and applications of electromagnetic fields in medical diagnostics and therapy. He leads the Centre for Electronics, contributing to innovations in terahertz imaging, plasma heating systems, and 5G/6G technologies. Professor Chen has authored over 200 publications, with recent work emphasizing medical RF treatments for Alzheimer’s and space-based energy transmission. He teaches postgraduate courses on Mobile and WLAN Technologies, and oversees grants related to antenna systems and medical RF applications. His awards include IEEE and IET fellowships, recognizing contributions to microwave engineering and applied electromagnetics.

• Optics
• Photonics
• Metasurfaces
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Hammad Ahmed serves as a Researcher at Heriot-Watt University's Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences within the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, specializing in advanced optical device engineering and light manipulation. His research expertise spans Optics and Photonics , with core focus areas in metasurface design , orbital angular momentum manipulation , and polarization-controlled structured light . He pioneers flat-optics solutions for generating complex beam profiles including vortex arrays and multispectral polarization cages, enabling breakthroughs in high-capacity optical communications and quantum information systems. Recent publications (2025) reveal three dominant research trajectories: (1) Engineering multicolored orbital angular momentum combs for spectral multiplexing, (2) Developing dispersion-engineered metasurfaces using Debye relaxation models, and (3) Creating cascading polarization architectures for optical trapping applications. These works consistently leverage nanophotonic structures to achieve unprecedented control over light's spatial and spectral properties. His collaborative network includes key researchers like X. Chen and M. A. Ansari, with publications appearing in Light: Science and Applications , Nano Letters , and Laser and Photonics Reviews . Current projects focus on enhancing orbital angular momentum sorter detection capabilities and developing wavelength-selective polarization digital systems for next-generation optical processors.

• Wireless Communications
• 5G/6G Technology
• Satellite Communications
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Rahim Tafazolli is the Regius Professor of Electronic Engineering and Director of the 5G/6G Innovation Centre (5GIC/6GIC) and the Institute for Communication Systems (ICS) at the University of Surrey. He has over 30 years of experience in digital communications research and has authored/co-authored over 1,000 publications. His work focuses on 5G/6G technologies, satellite communications, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), and semantic communication systems. He leads major initiatives such as the 5GIC and 6GIC, collaborating with industry partners like InterDigital and A*STAR. His research has been recognized with prestigious awards including the KIA Laureate Award (2015) and Fellowships from the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng) and the Wireless World Research Forum (WWRF). Key research areas include next-generation wireless networks, quantum-based communications, and AI-driven semantic systems. Recent advancements include frameworks like ResiTok for robust image transmission and SA-MIMO for quantum-native receivers. His work on distributed hybrid beamforming in satellite networks and resilient tokenization for low-rate communication highlights his contributions to practical wireless solutions. Collaborations with institutions such as NPL and international partners ensure his research bridges academia and industry. Scientific achievements include pioneering 5G testbeds and co-developing the first UK-made end-to-end 5G system. Awards reflect his global impact in advancing communication technologies. His leadership in initiatives like the £8M academic-industry center for secure AI-era networks underscores his role in shaping future network security and efficiency.

Malin PremaratneView profile

Professor

• Quantum Mechanics
• Quantum Electrodynamics
• Optical Physics
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Professor Malin Premaratne is a Full Professor and Vice President of the Academic Board at the Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering, Monash University. His research focuses on quantum device theory, quantum engineering, and plasmonics, with over 250 journal publications and two books. He holds prestigious fellowships from IEEE, Optica, SPIE, and other institutions. Education: BSc (Mathematics), BE (Electrical Engineering), PhD (Photonics/Optics) from the University of Melbourne, and a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education from Monash University. Research Interests: Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Electrodynamics, Optical Physics, NanoOptics, Computational Biology, and Functional Materials. His work bridges theoretical physics and engineering, leading to innovations in quantum devices like spasers and transistors. Grants and Funding: Secured over $10M in ARC funding, leading projects such as Photonic Computing Architecture Validator and Lattice Panel Based Optical Apertures for Optical Wireless Networks. Supervised over 75 PhD students. External Roles: Visiting Professorial Fellow at the University of Melbourne, Distinguished Visiting Scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and Visiting Researcher at institutions including UC Berkeley and Oxford. Editorial Contributions: Associate Editor for IEEE Photonics Technology Letters, OSA Advances in Optics, and advisory roles for APL Quantum. Active in professional societies including the IEEE Photonics Society.

Qing GuView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Photonics
• Plasmonics
• Non-Hermitian Topological Photonics
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Qing Gu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at North Carolina State University (NC State), with a joint appointment in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, San Diego (2014) and a Bachelor's from the University of British Columbia, Canada (2008). Her research focuses on quantum-inspired nanophotonics, active and topological hyperbolic metamaterials, and perovskite optoelectronics. She is a member of the Chancellor's Faculty Excellence Cluster in Carbon Electronics and authored the book Semiconductor Nanolasers (Cambridge University Press, 2017). Key research themes include non-Hermitian topological photonics, plasmonic nanoantennas, and nanoscale light sources. Her work intersects electrical engineering, physics, and materials science, with applications in quantum information science, neuromorphic photonic computing, and high-speed optical communication. Education : Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, UC San Diego (2014) Bachelor's, Electrical Engineering, University of British Columbia (2008) Awards : NSF CAREER Award (2020) Bennett Faculty Fellow Award (2024) ARO Young Investigator Award (2019) Grants & Leadership : Leads projects in topological photonics and perovskite optoelectronics Principal Investigator on NSF, ARO, and industry-funded grants Her recent publications explore topics like Purcell-enhanced lasing, plasmonic polarization control, and topological edge-mode lasers. She collaborates with industry partners and academic institutions globally, advancing nanophotonic technologies for next-generation optoelectronic systems.

Alexandra BoltassevaView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
• Optical Metamaterials
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Alexandra Boltasseva is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Materials Engineering at Purdue University, affiliated with the Birck Nanotechnology Center and the Purdue Quantum Science and Engineering Institute. A leading expert in nanophotonics and plasmonics, her research focuses on optical metamaterials, nanofabrication, and quantum information technologies. She has held editorial roles at Optical Materials Express and is recognized for advancing machine-learning-assisted photonic design. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (B.Sc., M.Sc.) Technical University of Denmark (Ph.D. in nanophotonics) Her research explores the discovery and optimization of nanophotonic structures, including plasmonic materials and metamaterials, for applications in quantum information, on-chip circuitry, and sustainable technologies. Key themes span low-loss photonic devices, tunable optical platforms, and nonlinear optical phenomena. Recent publications emphasize quantum photonics, machine learning for optical design, 2D materials, and time-varying photonic systems. Her work bridges fundamental physics and practical implementation across quantum computing, sensing, and energy conversion. Awarded by multiple societies, including: Fellow of the American Physical Society (2023) Fellow of the Materials Research Society (2021) Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (2020) Blavatnik National Award Finalist (2018) IEEE Photonics Society Young Investigator (2013) Boltasseva leads the development of platforms for nanophotonic applications, with significant contributions to silicon nitride quantum emitters, plasmonic color printing, and photonic time crystals. Her lab’s work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches for next-generation photonic technologies.

Naomi HallasView profile

Professor

• plasmonics
• biomedical engineering
• optoelectronics
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Naomi Hallas is a Professor at Rice University, holding appointments in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics. Her pioneering work in plasmonics bridges disciplines, with applications in biomedicine, optoelectronics, chemical sensing, photocatalysis, and solar energy sustainability. Her research spans plasmonic photothermal therapies for cancer (via Nanospectra Biosciences) antenna-reactor photocatalysts for industrial processes solar energy conversion for off-grid water purification and desalination machine learning integration in chemical detection surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy advancements Key scientific contributions include over 30 years of fellowships in societies like APS, OSA, IEEE, SPIE, MRS, AAAS, NAI , and leadership in translating nanotechnology to clinical and environmental solutions. Recent publications highlight trends in plasmonic-enhanced photocatalysis for methane reforming and pollutant degradation machine learning for SERS and environmental analysis stretchable metamaterials and vacuum ultraviolet light generation biomedical applications of gold nanoshells and nanomatryoshkas Scientific awards and honors include Elected Fellow of American Physical Society (APS) Fellow of Optical Society of America (OSA) Fellow of IEEE, SPIE, MRS, AAAS, and National Academy of Inventors (NAI)

Uriel LevyView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Plasmonics
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Uriel Levy is a Professor at the Department of Applied Physics of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI), where he serves as director of the Harvey M. Krueger Family Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. His research focuses on nanophotonics, silicon photonics, plasmonics, and light-matter interactions for applications in communication, sensing, and energy systems. PhD in Electrical Engineering from Tel Aviv University Postdoctoral work at University of California, San Diego Levy’s research spans advanced photonic technologies, including metasurface design, terahertz imaging, and quantum sensing. His work integrates theoretical and applied approaches to develop novel optical devices with applications in healthcare, automotive, and industrial systems. His recent publications highlight innovations in: tunable metasurfaces, SWIR sensing, photonic integrated circuits for quantum applications, and nonlinear optical devices. These contributions demonstrate his focus on scalable, CMOS-compatible photonic platforms. Elected Fellow of the Optical Society of America (OSA) Associate Editor for Science Advances (AAAS) ERC grant recipient Levy co-founded TriEye, an Israeli startup commercializing automotive sensing technology from his lab. His work also explores atomic-scale interactions in nanophotonic systems, including magnetometer development and light-vapor coupling for quantum applications.

Torgom YezekyanView profile

Researcher

• Plasmonics
• Nanophotonics
• Quantum Optics
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Torgom Yezekyan is a Research Assistant at the Center for Nano Optics (University of Southern Denmark), specializing in plasmonics, nanophotonics, and quantum optics. His work focuses on quasi-bound states in the continuum, valley polarization of 2D materials, and sensing technologies. He joined POLIMA in 2024 after postdoctoral research at SDU's Center for Nano Optics. Education : Master's (2016) and PhD (2019) in Physics from Yerevan State University, studying atom-plasmonic interactions under Prof. Khachatur Nerkarayan. Research Interests : Plasmonic nanostructures, waveguide optics, 2D materials, and optoelectronic device engineering. Publications : Key contributions include tunable electro-optic metasurfaces, valley polarization in dichalcogenide monolayers, and wavelength-selective metamirrors.

Girish AgarwalView profile

Professor

• Quantum Optics
• Photonics
• Quantum Science and Technology
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Girish S. Agarwal is a University Distinguished Professor at Texas A&M University, with affiliations in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Physics and Astronomy, and the Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering. He holds academic ranks including Professor and has held prior positions such as Noble Foundation Chair and Regents Professor at Oklahoma State University. Born in 1946 in Bareilly, India, he earned his B.S. from Gorakhpur University (1964), M.S. from Banaras Hindu University (1966), and Ph.D. from the University of Rochester (1969). His research focuses on quantum optics, nonlinear optics, plasmonics, and nanophotonics, with notable contributions to quantum metrology and photonic technologies. Key achievements include authoring the textbook *Quantum Optics* (2012) and pioneering works on spontaneous emission theories and quantum light applications. Agarwal has received prestigious awards such as the Max Born Award (1988), Humboldt Research Award (1997), and Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize (1982). He has served on editorial boards of journals like *Physical Review A* and held guest professorships globally, including at the University of Stuttgart and Max-Planck Institutes. His research interests span quantum sensing, entanglement applications, and photonics-based imaging. Collaborations include developing quantum-enhanced biosensors and exploring nonreciprocal photonics. Agarwal's work bridges theoretical and applied physics, addressing challenges in quantum technologies and fundamental optics.

Sam PalermoView profile

Professor

• High-Speed Interconnects
• Optical Communications
• Clock Generation Circuits
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Sam Palermo is Professor and J.W. Runyon Jr. Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and M.S./B.S. degrees from Texas A&M University. Palermo's research develops: High-speed electrical/optical interconnect circuits Clock generation/recovery systems (PLL/DLL/CDR) Variability-tolerant analog/mixed-signal ICs Energy-efficient wireline communications His publications demonstrate consistent innovation in integrated circuit design for optical communications, with recent work on silicon photonic transceivers, jitter-robust multicarrier systems, and radiation-hardened oscillators. Research bridges high-frequency circuit design with advanced photonics integration. Palermo has contributed to optical interconnect standards and developed testbeds for tera-scale computing interfaces. His work on CMOS-photonic integration has enabled high-bandwidth interconnects for data centers and HPC systems. He serves on technical committees for IEEE conferences including the International Solid-State Circuits Conference and Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (CICC).

Alessandro AlabastriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Computational Modeling
• Plasmonics
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Alessandro Alabastri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice University, serving as Chair of the Applied Physics Committee. He holds a PhD in Nanosciences from the Italian Institute of Technology and University of Genoa (2014), with prior degrees from Politecnico di Milano (BSc 2007, MSc 2009). His research focuses on nanophotonics, computational modeling of plasmonic systems, and energy conversion technologies, including solar distillation and photothermal therapies. Education: PhD in Nanosciences (2014), MSc/BSc in Engineering Physics (Politecnico di Milano). Research Interests: Plasmonics, light-to-heat conversion, solar desalination, ultrafast dynamics, and biomedical applications of nanophotonics. Recent work explores resonant energy transfer in solar desalination systems (STREED) and electron-phonon interactions in nanostructures. He has pioneered predictive models for photon-enhanced thermionic emission and nanoscale thermal gradients. Awards: Texas Instruments Research Professorship (2018), AAU Innovation Showcase (2017), NEWT Fellowship (2016). Alabastri’s lab collaborates with Baylor College of Medicine and institutions globally, advancing interdisciplinary projects in energy, health, and materials science. Current initiatives include optimizing photothermal cancer therapy and developing off-grid water purification solutions.