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• Plasma Physics
• Vacuum Electronics
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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Thomas M. Antonsen, Jr. is a Distinguished University Professor at the University of Maryland, holding joint appointments in the departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Physics. His research focuses on plasma physics, vacuum electronics, nonlinear dynamics, and electromagnetic theory. He has made significant contributions to the theory of magnetically confined plasmas, high-power coherent radiation sources, and beam-wave interaction systems. Antonsen has also pioneered adjoint methods for optimizing vacuum electronic devices and reservoir computing frameworks for complex systems. Education: B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University (1973–1977). Postdoctoral fellow at the Naval Research Laboratory (1976–1977). Research scientist at MIT’s Research Laboratory of Electronics (1977–1980). Research Interests: Design and stability analysis of vacuum electronic amplifiers (e.g., TWTs, klystrons). Statistical wave physics in complex systems (random coupling models, reverberant enclosures). Applications of reservoir computing for nonlinear system prediction. Optimization of electromagnetic coils and beam optics using adjoint methods. Laser-plasma interactions and coherent radiation generation. Awards & Honors: 2023 American Physical Society James Clerk Maxwell Prize for Plasma Physics. 2022 IEEE Marie Sklodowska-Curie Award. Fellow of the American Physical Society (1986) and IEEE (2012). Recipient of the University of Maryland’s highest honor: Distinguished University Professor (2017). Grants & Collaborations: Principal investigator on multiple MURI awards (2020, 2023). Leader of the Bright Beams Collective Research Group. Collaborations with institutions like the Naval Research Laboratory and international universities. Labs & Teams: Member of the Institute for Research in Electronics & Applied Physics (IREAP). Affiliated with the Maryland Energy Innovation Institute. Pioneered the MICHELLE beam optics simulation code and TESLA large-signal code suite.

Karl HollausView profile

Researcher

• Computational Electromagnetics
• Multiscale Finite Element Methods
• Eddy Current Problems
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Prof. Karl Hollaus is a researcher at TU Wien's Computational Mathematics in Engineering Research Group within the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation . His work focuses on computational electromagnetics , multiscale finite element methods (MSFEM) , and eddy current problem simulations . He leads projects such as Effektive Materialtransformation für ferromagnetische Bleche and Magnetik für Filter , addressing challenges in laminated iron cores and magnetic materials. His research emphasizes high-performance computational techniques for engineering applications, including nonlinear systems and material modeling. Key research interests include domain decomposition methods , vector hysteresis modeling , and effective interface conditions . He has developed innovative approaches for simulating eddy current losses, magnetic flux routing in electrical machines, and ventilation panel thermal behavior using multiscale FEM. Collaborators include Markus Schöbinger and Valentin Hanser, with whom he co-authored numerous conference papers and journal articles. Education: Dipl.-Ing. (Master's) and Dr.techn. (PhD) in engineering. Awards: None explicitly listed. Recent publications (2022–2023) highlight advancements in harmonic balance methods combined with model order reduction for nonlinear systems, magnetic microwire materials for flux guidance, and effective material modeling for laminated cores. His work bridges theoretical computational mathematics with practical engineering solutions, particularly in electromechanical systems and metamaterials. Advising: Supervised PhD candidates Valentin Hanser (2021 thesis on eddy current computations) and Markus Schöbinger (multiple co-authored presentations). Active in TU Wien's Network Lab and contributes to the Scientific Computing and Modelling Research Division .

Arthur Léon BaroniView profile

Research Fellow

• Optical Imaging
• Computational Imaging
• Biophotonics
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Dr. Arthur Léon Baroni is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland, working in the Structure and Mechanics of Advanced Materials (SMAM) Group within the Liebi Research Group at the Swiss Light Source. His research develops advanced optical microscopy techniques for biomineral and biological sample analysis in the visible spectrum. His educational background includes: M. Sc. in Physics from Telecom SudParis (France), 2016 Double diploma in Photonics & Nanotechnology from Dublin City University (Ireland), 2016 PhD from Institut Fresnel (France), CNRS, Aix Marseille Universite, in the COMiX group, 2020 Dr. Baroni's research spans Computational Imaging , Optical Microscopy , and Biophotonics , specializing in polarization-sensitive quantitative imaging. His work integrates inverse problem algorithms with experimental setups to advance vectorial ptychography and Fourier Ptychography, enabling high-resolution analysis of anisotropic biological materials. Key innovations include deep learning-enhanced polarization microscopy and reference-free vectorial light beam characterization. His publication trends reveal a concentrated focus on computational polarization microscopy since 2020, with increasing emphasis on biomedical applications. The research consistently bridges optical physics, algorithm development, and biological imaging, particularly targeting biomineral structures through novel tomography techniques. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Dr. Baroni's career trajectory shows progression from research engineering at Telecom SudParis' Laboratoire Samovar to postdoctoral roles developing Fourier Ptychography for medical diagnosis. His current PSI work on optical birefringence tensor tomography represents an evolution toward structural analysis of advanced materials, though no student advising or grant details were specified. He operates within PSI's Structure and Mechanics of Advanced Materials Group, collaborating with the Liebi Research Group at the Swiss Light Source facility to develop next-generation microscopy instrumentation.

Minpeng LiangView profile

Researcher

• Photonics
• Plasmonics
• Metasurface Engineering
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Minpeng Liang is a Researcher in the Photonics and Semiconductor Nanophysics (PSN) Group at Eindhoven University of Technology , focusing on strong coupling with 2D materials and biosensing via bound states in the continuum. His academic background includes a Master’s degree from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2017) and a PhD from University of Groningen under Prof. Jianting Ye, where he studied plasmonics and photonics in 2D materials and metastructures. Research Interests: Photonics, Plasmonics, Metasurface Engineering, Bound States in the Continuum, Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy, and 2D Materials. Projects: Participated in initiatives like SCOLED , TTW 17100 NanoLEDs , and Vici Gomez-Rivas 680-47-628 , emphasizing nanophotonics, solid-state lighting, and chiral light-matter interactions. Publications: His recent works address analytical modeling of photonic crystals, refractive index sensing, superchiral light generation, and directional chiral emission, leveraging advanced numerical methods and experimental validation. Collaborations: Active in international collaborations, particularly in photonic crystal design, metasurface applications, and biosensing technologies.

Mariusz ZdrojekView profile

Professor

• Carbon Nanostructures
• Graphene
• Two-Dimensional Materials
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Prof. Mariusz Zdrojek serves as Vice-Dean for Science and Head of the Nanostructure Laboratory at the Department of Structural Research, Faculty of Physics, Warsaw University of Technology. His research focuses on carbon nanostructures (carbon nanotubes, graphene), 2D materials like MoS₂ and black phosphorus, and their composites. Key interests include optical, electronic, and thermal properties of these materials, alongside advancements in nanoscale device technologies. He has secured significant funding for projects such as Graftech and Lider, and holds patents (2 granted, 2 applications). With 110+ publications, an h-index of 25 (Scopus) and 26 (WoS), his work bridges fundamental research and practical applications in nanotechnology and materials science. Research achievements include pioneering studies on phonon anharmonicity in 2D heterostructures, graphene-based sensors, and electromagnetic shielding composites. His leadership in the Laboratorium Aplikacji Grafenu Płatkowego I Materiałów 2D drives innovation in nanotechnology. Collaborations span academia and industry, addressing challenges in energy, electronics, and environmental sustainability. Education and qualifications include Ph.D., D.Sc., and engineering degrees. He actively promotes science through academic leadership and knowledge dissemination, contributing to 17 promoted theses and 19 research projects. Languages: Polish and English.

Ramazan TopkayaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Metamaterials
• Magnetic Materials
• Nanocomposite Synthesis
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Asst. Prof. Ramazan Topkaya is affiliated with the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Igdir University's Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on metamaterials, magnetic materials, and nanotechnology, with notable contributions to supercapacitor design and plasmonic sensors. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Gebze Technical University (2015), an M.Sc. in Physics from the same institution (2010), and a B.Sc. in Physics from Middle East Technical University (2006). Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Gebze Technical University (2010–2015) M.Sc. in Physics, Gebze Technical University (2007–2010) B.Sc. in Physics, Middle East Technical University (2000–2006) His research interests span metamaterials , magnetic sensor development , and nanocomposite synthesis . Recent work includes ultra-thin polarization converters for 5G applications and self-healable supercapacitor materials. His publications emphasize cutting-edge topics like plasmonic sensors and doped semiconductor thin films. No scientific awards or patents are documented. His advising and grants sections remain unlisted. No lab or team affiliations are specified in the provided data.

Andrey MiroshnichenkoView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Metamaterials
• Light-matter interaction
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Professor Andrey Miroshnichenko is a leading researcher at UNSW Canberra , specializing in Nanophotonics , Metamaterials , and Nonlinear Optics . A UNSW Scientia Fellow since 2017 and Highly Cited Researcher (Web of Science, 2019-2023), his work bridges fundamental physics and applied technologies for smart optical devices. His research interests focus on resonant light-matter interactions in nanoscale systems, including: Bound states in the continuum (BICs) for ultra-efficient photonics Exciton-photon coupling in 2D materials Topological polarization singularities Nonlinear optical responses in metasurfaces Thermal radiation control via photonic crystals Recent publications highlight trends in: 2D photodetector materials (e.g., Mo2C/SiC, TaC/SiC heterostructures) Active tuning of toroidal and anapole resonances Monte Carlo optimization for medical imaging systems Non-Hermitian acoustic resonators Scientific awards include: Australian Postdoctoral Fellowship (2007) Future Fellowship (Australian Research Council, 2011) UNSW Scientia Fellowship (2017) Web of Science Highly Cited Researcher (2019-2023)

Malgosia KaczmarekView profile

Professor

• Liquid Crystals
• Terahertz Optics
• Metamaterials
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Professor Malgosia Kaczmarek is a distinguished academic at the University of Southampton's Department of Physics and Astronomy within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Her research spans cutting-edge interdisciplinary fields bridging physics, materials science, and photonics. Her primary research interests focus on liquid crystal systems , terahertz optics , and metamaterial applications . Key areas include: Development of liquid crystal devices for optical modulation Nanoscale manipulation using terahertz radiation Integration of metamaterials with soft matter systems Photovoltaic applications in spatial-light modulators Characterization of nanostructured materials for optoelectronic devices Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on experimental photonics with practical applications in optical switching, sensing, and nanoscale control systems. Her work demonstrates significant innovation in combining liquid crystals with metamaterials for terahertz applications. Her scientific recognition includes: SPIE Fellow (2020) - prestigious recognition for contributions to optics and photonics Professor Kaczmarek actively supervises PhD students including Ben Stedman (PhD ORC) and India Jane Julia Cook (PhD Physics), while securing competitive grants from EPSRC, Royal Society, Leverhulme Trust, and United States Air Force. She serves as a reviewer for Frontiers in Photonics and Nanomaterials journals, demonstrating her standing in the international research community.

Teri W. OdomView profile

Professor

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• Photonics
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Teri W. Odom is the Joan Husting Madden and William H. Madden, Jr. Professor of Chemistry at Northwestern University, with affiliations in the International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN), Chemistry of Life Processes Institute (CLP), and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. She holds a B.S. from Stanford University (1996) and a Ph.D. from Harvard University (2001), followed by a NIH postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard (2002). Her research focuses on designing nanoscale materials with tailored architectures to achieve exceptional optical, electronic, and biomedical properties. Key areas include plasmonic nanoparticle lattices for lasing, nanostructured materials for energy and bioimaging, and ligand-engineered nanoconstructs for targeted drug delivery. Recent work emphasizes symmetry-driven lasing from moiré nanoparticle arrays, electrochemical control of exciton-polaritons, and the impact of nanoparticle anisotropy on cell membrane interactions. Odom has pioneered scalable fabrication methods for hierarchical nanostructures and explored applications in nanomedicine, optoelectronics, and sensing. Her labs are equipped with advanced nanofabrication, spectroscopy, and computational modeling tools. Affiliations: IIN, CLP, NIMSI, Departments of Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, and Applied Physics Key Techniques: Nano-patterning, plasmonic engineering, semiconductor nanocrystals, in vivo imaging Odom’s awards include Guggenheim Fellowship (2024), NAS Membership (2023), and Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship (2017). She serves as Editor-in-Chief of Nano Letters and is an advocate for diversity in STEM. Current projects include developing chiral plasmonic systems for circularly polarized lasing and programmable nanoconstructs for cancer therapy.

Steven G. JohnsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Photonic crystals
• Electromagnetism
• Structured media
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Steven G. Johnson is an Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics and Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the Research Laboratory of Electronics (RLE). He holds a B.S. in physics, mathematics, and computer science (1995) and a Ph.D. in physics (2001), both from MIT. His research spans the influence of complex geometries on wave phenomena, high-performance computation (including FFTW library development), and nanoscale electromagnetism in structured media. Johnson's work focuses on two primary areas: photonic crystals and high-performance computing. He co-developed the FFTW fast-Fourier transform library, earning the 1999 J.H. Wilkinson Prize. His research group explores nanostructure effects on partial differential equations, numerical electromagnetism, and device design. He teaches courses such as Mathematical Methods in Nanophotonics and Numerical Methods , reflecting his expertise in computational physics. Key contributions include advancing surface-enhanced Raman scattering substrates, inverse design of meta-optics, and quasi-normal mode theory. Collaborations span experimental and theoretical groups, including the Ab Initio Physics Group at MIT. His team's work bridges fundamental theory with applied photonics, yielding innovations in imaging, lasers, and computational tools. Recent projects highlight end-to-end metasurface design for imaging, physics-enhanced machine learning models, and tunable terahertz lasers. Johnson's interdisciplinary approach integrates nanophotonics, optimization, and AI, driving advancements in light-matter interaction and computational methods.

• Nanowire Materials Science
• Semiconductor Optoelectronics
• Solar Cell Technology
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Tuomas Haggren is a Researcher at the Research School of Physics, Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems. He focuses on nanowire-based optoelectronics, semiconductor materials, and photovoltaic technologies. His work emphasizes high-efficiency solar cells, flexible electronics, and metasurface engineering, with applications in energy conversion and quantum photonics. Research interests include nanowire growth techniques, photoluminescence dynamics, and material passivation strategies. He explores novel semiconductors such as GaAs, InP, and AlGaAs for solar cells, photodetectors, and laser systems. His studies address challenges in scalability, cost-efficiency, and environmental stability of III-V materials. Recent publications highlight advancements like 21.2% efficient GaAs solar cells using bilayer contacts and tunable quantum entanglement in metasurfaces. Haggren collaborates on projects like nonlinear imaging via sum-frequency generation, contributing to ANU's interdisciplinary research networks. He supervises research students in experimental and theoretical studies of nanowire optoelectronics. Key achievements include flexible GaAs UV photodetectors and strain-engineered epitaxial lift-off techniques for photovoltaics. His work bridges fundamental material science with applied technologies for next-generation optoelectronic systems.

Wei Wen WongView profile

Researcher

• Epitaxy
• Semiconductor Materials
• Photonics
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Dr. Wei Wen Wong is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Research School of Physics, Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems (TMOS). He holds a PhD from ANU (2023) and a Bachelor's degree from Multimedia University, Malaysia (2016). Previously, he worked as a Product and Failure Analysis Engineer at Cypress Semiconductor (2016–2018). His research focuses on epitaxy of low-dimensional semiconductor structures and design/fabrication of photonic, optoelectronic, and metasurface devices. Key areas include quantum dot lasers, microring resonators, parity-time symmetric cavities, and InP-based nanowire structures. He has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers in journals like Nano Letters , Laser & Photonics Reviews , and ACS Nano . Education: Bachelor of Engineering, Multimedia University (2016) PhD in Physics, ANU (2023) Dr. Wong’s work emphasizes Bayesian optimization for laser design, single-photon sources , and metasurface integration . His research bridges semiconductor epitaxy with advanced optical systems, targeting applications in quantum photonics and low-threshold lasers. Notable Awards: Jim Williams Award (ANU, 2023) Global Young Scientists Summit (2023) His lab collaboration focuses on InP nanowire heterostructures and quasi-bound states in micro-cavities . Current projects explore scalability of single-photon sources using droplet epitaxy and AI-driven laser optimization.

• Plasmonics
• Photonics
• Nanochemistry
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Emiliano Cortes is a Professor in Experimental Physics and academic lead of the Nanomaterials for Energy Group at the Faculty of Physics, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), Germany. He holds visiting professorships at Imperial College London (UK) and Tianjin University (China). His research focuses on plasmonics, photonics, nanochemistry, and energy conversion, with applications in photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and sustainability. Affiliations: Centre for Plasmonics and Metamaterials, German excellence cluster e-conversion, Bavarian program Solar Technologies go Hybrid. Leadership Roles: PI of e-conversion’s graduate program, scientific board member at Center for NanoScience (CeNS), and Chair of the 2025 Gordon Conference on Plasmonically Powered Processes. Awards and Recognition: ERC Grants (2018 & 2023), Royal Society Emerging Investigator (2021), and inclusion in the 2022 global top-1000 cited researchers in Nanoscience. Editorial Contributions: Member of the editorial boards of ACS Energy Letters , ACS Nano , eScience , and AP Nexus . He co-edited the book Plasmonic Catalysis: From Fundamentals to Applications (2021) and is a Fellow of the Young Academy of Europe.

• Seismic Metamaterials
• Structural Mechanics
• Risk Assessment in Urban Infrastructures
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Bogdan Ungureanu is a Research Fellow in the Department of Physics at Imperial College London's Blackett Laboratory. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering and has expertise in seismic metamaterials, structural mechanics, and risk assessment for urban infrastructure. His work integrates applied mathematics, theoretical mechanics, and civil engineering to design novel metamaterials for vibration reduction and seismic protection. His research spans seismic metamaterials, elastic wave control, and metamaterial applications in urban systems. Key areas include topological crystals, subwavelength effects in structured plates, and anomalous dispersion phenomena such as negative group velocity. He has collaborated with CNRS laboratories in Marseille and Le Mans, as well as the CNRS-Imperial 'Abraham de Moivre' International Research Laboratory. Recent publications focus on ceramic metatiles for elastic wave control, seismic metamaterial performance under clamping and geometry variations, and topological effects in edge wave localization. His work often combines Comsol Multiphysics simulations with experimental validation in structural dynamics and fluid mechanics. Dr. Ungureanu's articles highlight trends in metamaterial design for seismic shielding, interaction effects in urban structures, and theoretical advances in transformation elastodynamics and Floquet-Bloch theory. His expertise in finite element analysis supports industrial applications like floating metamaterial plates for mechanical vibration reduction. No scientific awards are listed. His advising/grant activities are unspecified, though his lab affiliations include the Blackett Laboratory and interdisciplinary collaborations within Imperial College's Faculty of Natural Sciences.

Anastasiia ZaleskaView profile

Academic

• Plasmonics
• Metamaterials and Metasurfaces
• Nanofabrication
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Anastasiia Zaleska is a Research Associate in the Department of Physics at King's College London, part of the Photonics & Nanotechnology group. Her research focuses on plasmonic metamaterials for applications in sensing, photocatalysis, and clean energy. She holds a PhD from King's College London (2021), with a thesis titled 'Gold and copper metamaterials for plasmonic photocatalysis and sensing', following BSc and MSc degrees in Physics from Odesa National Mechnikov University. Her work is supported by an EPSRC programme grant (CPLAS) investigating light-driven nanoscale energy conversion for chemical transformations. She contributes to projects addressing challenges in photonics, quantum technologies, and sustainable energy solutions. Zaleska has showcased her research at high-profile events, including the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition and STEM for Britain. Her recent efforts include exploring commercial potential through King’s Spinout Accelerator. Zaleska’s research spans plasmonics, metamaterials, and nanofabrication, with a focus on advancing optical technologies for environmental and energy applications. Her publications emphasize innovative uses of metamaterials for sensing, photocatalysis, and ultrafast phenomena.