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Peter DelfyettView profile

Professor

• Optics
• Photonics
• Laser Technology
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Peter Delfyett is the Pegasus Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Central Florida (UCF), part of the College of Sciences. His research focuses on advanced laser technologies, optical frequency combs, and integrated photonics with applications in aerospace, communications, and signal processing. He holds notable awards including membership in the National Academy of Engineering and AAAS Fellow status. His work emphasizes semiconductor-based optical frequency combs, mode-locked laser systems, and photonics for aerospace applications. Key innovations include chip-scale InP-PIC lasers, electro-optic comb stabilization techniques, and all-fiber interferometers. Delfyett’s research bridges fundamental optics with practical systems, addressing challenges in linewidth narrowing, broadband signal generation, and space-qualified optoelectronics. Awards: National Academy of Engineering Member (2021), AAAS Fellow (2023) Key Labs: CREOL (Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers) Focus Areas: Frequency comb stabilization, semiconductor lasers, optical synchronization, and photonic integrated circuits Recent work demonstrates advancements in multi-tone injection locking, THz-range comb generation, and inverse-designed optical interconnects. His contributions have been applied to space instrumentation, high-speed data transmission, and coherent optical signal processing.

Arthur LoweryView profile

Professor

• Optical Communications
• Brain Machine Interfaces
• Electro-Photonic Interchanges
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Professor Arthur Lowery is a leading academic in optical communications and neuroengineering at Monash University. As a Professor and former Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering, he specializes in photonic design automation, bionic vision systems, and brain-machine interfaces. He founded VPIphotonics and Ofidium, companies commercializing optical communication technologies, and leads the Monash Vision Group developing a cortical bionic eye implant. Education: PhD in Laser Modeling, University of Nottingham (1988) BSc (Hons) in Applied Physics with Electronics, Durham University (1983) Research Interests: His work spans optical communications innovations like OFDM systems, electro-photonic interchanges, and neural prosthetics. Recent projects include a wireless multi-electrode cortical device for vision restoration and high-capacity optical networks using photonic integrated circuits. Publications & Awards: With over 350 publications and 15 patents, Arthur holds IEEE, ATSE, and IET Fellowships. Notable recognitions include the Clunies Ross Award (2007) and the Peter Doherty Prize for Innovation (2006). Grants & Collaborations: He leads the ARC Centre of Excellence for Integrative Brain Function and is a CI in the CUDOS Centre. Recent grants include $72M for optical microcomb research and $924k for cortical brain-machine interface commercialization. Labs & Teams: Directs the Monash Vision Group and Electro-Photonics Laboratory. Collaborates with institutions like The Alfred Hospital and Grey Innovation on bionic eye development.

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Galaxy Formation
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Dr. Jean Brodie is a Distinguished Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC), and Director of the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University. Her research focuses on galaxy formation and evolution, utilizing globular star clusters as tracers of cosmic history. She holds dual affiliations with Swinburne University (Australia) and UCSC (USA). Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Physics (First Class Honours) from Imperial College, University of London PhD in Astronomy from Cambridge University Postdoctoral Fellowships: Harkness Fellowship at UC Berkeley and Chambers Research Fellowship at Girton College, Cambridge Research Interests: Her work integrates observational data and simulations to explore the formation of galaxies and their subcomponents. Key areas include: Role of globular clusters in tracing galactic evolution Dark matter content in ultra-diffuse galaxies (UDGs) Star formation histories and stellar population dynamics Galaxy interactions and environmental effects Grants & Collaborations: Lead investigator on major grants such as: "Into the Darkness: Measuring Dark Galaxies" (ARC, 2025–2028) "ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs" (2023–2030) "Ultra Diffuse Galaxies: Challenging Galaxy Formation Paradigms" (2022–2026) Labs & Teams: Founder of the SAGES research group (Study of Astrophysics of Globular Clusters in Extragalactic Systems), a large international collaboration analyzing UDGs and their globular cluster systems.

• Photonics
• Quantum Information Science
• Optical Communications
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Prof David Moss is a Research Centre Director at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies. He holds an honorary Professorial Fellowship at the University of Sydney. With a 33-year career spanning academia, industry, and government labs in Canada, Japan, and Australia, his expertise lies in photonics, quantum information, and optical communications. He leads international research networks in nanophotonics and has over 520 publications with an h-index of 46. Education: M.Sc. in Physics, University of Toronto, Canada BSc (Honours Physics), University of Waterloo, Canada PhD in Physics, University of Toronto, Canada Research focuses on quantum photonics, microcomb-based technologies, and integrated photonics. His work includes breakthroughs in optical frequency combs, high-speed data transmission, and quantum key distribution. Recent publications emphasize ultra-high bandwidth systems and neuromorphic computing with microcombs. Awards: 2011 Google Eureka Prize for Innovation Fellow, Optical Society of America (2008) Fellow, IEEE (2016) ARC Competitive Grants Recipient Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students in areas like microcombs, 2D materials, and quantum optics. Lead ARC grants including the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs (2023–2030) and low-temperature photonic integration facilities. Lab/Teams: Active in Swinburne's research networks and collaborates internationally on advanced photonics systems.

• Bioinformatics and computational biology
• Plasma physics; fusion plasmas; electrical discharges
• Computational Neuroscience
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Prof Damien Hicks is a Professor at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies, leading the Complex Systems group within the Optical Sciences Centre. He holds a PhD from MIT and prior roles include physicist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (2000-2014) and Australian Research Council Future Fellow (2015-2019). His research spans computational neuroscience, plasma physics, bioinformatics, and optical systems, with notable contributions to EEG modeling, fusion energy, and cell lineage tracking tools like DeepKymoTracker. He teaches statistical physics and classical mechanics. Key research interests include: Statistical models in single-cell biology Neural population dynamics and EEG analysis Inertial fusion experiments achieving target gain >1 Optical neuromorphic computing (11 Tera-OPS processors) Publications highlight interdisciplinary work across neuroscience, plasma physics, and computational biology. Awards include ARC Future Fellowship. Active grants focus on T-cell fate control and nanofabrication. Professional memberships include Sigma Xi and the American Physical Society.

• Integrated photonics
• 2D materials
• Nonlinear optics
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Dr. Jiayang Wu is a Senior Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology (SUT), affiliated with the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies and the Optical Sciences Centre. He holds senior editorial roles at npj Nanophotonics and serves on multiple conference committees. His research focuses on integrated photonics, 2D materials, nonlinear optics, and thermal photonics, with over 100 SCI publications and 15 patents. Key contributions include enhancing photonic device performance via material integration and developing advanced optical filters. He has supervised 18 PhD students and 5 postdocs, with students winning prestigious awards like the IEEE Photonics Society Fellowship and SUT HDR Woman Researcher of the Year. Education: B.Sc. from Xidian University (2010), Ph.D. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2015). Awards include the SUT Early Career Researcher Award (2019) and recognition as a top researcher in Optics & Photonics (2021). Professional memberships include IEEE (Senior Member) and Optica (Senior Member). Research emphasizes bridging academia and industry through hybrid photonic devices, addressing limitations in integrated photonics via functional materials. Current projects explore thermal control, nonlinear optics, and microcomb-based signal processing.

Mohammad MirhosseiniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Engineering
• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Communication
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Mohammad Mirhosseini is an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), holding appointments in both the Department of Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics within Caltech's Division of Engineering and Applied Science. His research program focuses on experimental quantum engineering at the intersection of superconducting circuits, phononic devices, and photonic systems operating at millikelvin temperatures. His educational background includes a B.S. from the University of Tehran (2010), an M.S. from the University of Rochester (2013), and a Ph.D. (2015). Following his doctoral studies, he served as a Visiting Associate at Caltech in 2020 before being appointed Assistant Professor later that same year. Mirhosseini's research explores the experimental realization of quantum interfaces between different physical systems, with particular emphasis on developing hybrid architectures that combine superconducting qubits with chip-based phononic and photonic devices. His long-term goal is to establish practical interfaces between circuit quantum electrodynamics and quantum optics for applications in quantum computing, communication, and sensing. His work demonstrates particular innovation in creating quantum transducers that bridge microwave and optical domains, addressing a critical challenge in quantum networking. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on quantum transduction, phononic quantum memory, chiral quantum optics, and microwave-phonon interactions, with significant contributions to understanding and engineering quantum interactions in waveguide environments. The research consistently pushes the boundaries of quantum hardware by developing novel devices that operate at the quantum regime while maintaining practical engineering considerations. His scientific achievements have been recognized through several prestigious awards: NSF CAREER Award 2023 AFOSR Young Investigator Research Program Award Okawa Foundation Research Grant 2022 KNI-Wheatley Scholar Mirhosseini leads the Quantum Engineering Lab at Caltech, which pursues three main research directions: (1) developing new quantum computing hardware, (2) creating hybrid architectures by combining superconducting qubits with phononic and photonic devices at millikelvin temperatures, and (3) refining control and understanding of medium-sized quantum systems. The lab actively seeks enthusiastic scientists and engineers to expand its research capabilities, with opportunities regularly posted in the Openings section of their website.

• Tectonics
• Subduction Zones
• Lithosphere
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Professor Meghan Samantha Miller is a faculty member at the Research School of Earth Sciences at the Australian National University (ANU). She holds the position of Professor and is actively involved in research on tectonic plate boundaries and Earth structure, with an h-index of 34 based on publications in Pure and citations from Scopus. Professor Miller's research focuses on poorly understood but critical tectonic plate boundaries, particularly subduction zones where oceanic plates descend into the Earth's deep interior. Her work examines how the outermost layer of the Earth has evolved, how stable continents affect subduction zone evolution, and how deep Earth processes control surface geology. Since 2022, her ARC Future Fellowship has focused on advancing Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technology and big data processing to create high-resolution images of the Earth's subsurface and detect micro-seismicity. Her research spans multiple regions including Indonesia, Alaska, and the North Atlantic, with particular emphasis on lithosphere structure, tectonics, tomography, and upper mantle processes. Professor Miller's recent publications demonstrate consistent research activity with multiple high-impact publications in 2024-2025 focusing on plate boundaries in Indonesia, Alaska, and the North Atlantic. Her work combines field observations with advanced technological approaches to address fundamental questions in Earth sciences. Professor Miller has received significant recognition for her work, including an ARC Future Fellowship. Her research has been widely cited, with 109 documented research outputs and numerous projects reflecting her standing in the geophysics community. Professor Miller has held previous academic appointments at the California Institute of Technology as a Visiting Associate (2015-2016), the University of Southern California as an Assistant/Associate Professor (2009-2017), and postdoctoral positions at Rice University and the University of British Columbia (2006-2008). She earned her PhD in Geophysics from the Australian National University. She currently leads several major research projects including the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (2023-2030), Measuring the seismic pulse of the Earth using fibre optics (2023-2026), Accelerating exploration and extraction of renewable natural hydrogen (2023-2025), and Lighting Up Dark Fibre for Seismic Imaging (2022-2026). She is also affiliated with the Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions at ANU as part of the Risk, vulnerability and resilience research group.

• Optical Physics
• Photonics
• Quantum Optics
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Dr. Wenle Weng is a Grant-Funded Researcher (B) at the University of Adelaide , specifically affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology and its School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences . Dr. Weng's research centers on optical microresonators , soliton dynamics , and photonic integrated systems . His work explores advanced applications in supercontinuum generation , laser frequency stabilization , and high-precision thermometry , leveraging nonlinear optical effects for sensing and quantum technologies. Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in microresonator solitons , low-noise laser systems , and coherent ranging for LiDAR. These studies span integrated photonics , nonlinear optics , and quantum metrology , demonstrating expertise in both fundamental physics and applied photonic engineering. Dr. Weng is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students as a primary supervisor, indicating active involvement in graduate research training.

Christian KoosView profile

Professor

• Photonics
• Nanophotonics
• Silicon Photonics
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Christian Koos is a Professor at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), leading the Institute of Photonics and Quantum Electronics (IPQ) since 2010. His work focuses on nanophotonics, silicon photonics, and integrated photonic systems. Key research areas include optical communications, photonic metrology, and terahertz technologies. He holds a Dipl.-Ing. (2002) and Dr.-Ing. (2007) from KIT, followed by postdoctoral research and industry experience at Carl Zeiss AG. Research Interests: Nanophotonic devices and silicon-organic hybrid (SOH) integration Integrated photonic systems and 3D-printed optical components Optical arbitrary waveform generation/measurement (OAWG/OAWM) Terahertz wireless communications and optoelectronic signal processing Frequency comb-based communications and metrology Recent Trends in Articles: Focus on high-speed optical communications (terabit-scale), advanced photonic integration techniques (3D-printed components), and applications of Kerr soliton microcombs. Notable work includes record-setting 300 GBd QAM transmissions and THz wireless systems. Scientific Awards: Includes ERC Consolidator Grant (2017), Berthold-Leibinger Innovation Prize (2018), and multiple industry/academic awards recognizing his contributions to photonic integration and nonlinear optics. Grants/Advising: ERC Starting/Consolidator Grants, extensive industry collaborations (e.g., Carl Zeiss, KIT Innovation Prize projects). Leads teams in the IPQ labs, focusing on silicon-organic hybrid modulators, THz systems, and optical metrology applications. Lab/Teams: IPQ research groups specialize in nanophotonics, integrated systems, and terahertz technologies. Collaborations with industry partners (e.g., Siemens, Carl Zeiss) and academic networks (e.g., KIT’s engineering faculty).

Meghan MillerView profile

Professor

• Geophysics
• Tectonics
• Subduction Zones
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Prof. Meghan Miller is a Professor in the Research School of Earth Sciences at The Australian National University (ANU), specializing in geophysics with a focus on tectonic plate boundaries and subduction zones. Her research integrates seismic imaging and cutting-edge technologies like Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) to explore Earth's subsurface dynamics, particularly in regions of active tectonics such as Indonesia and Alaska. She holds a PhD in Geophysics from ANU (2006) and has held academic appointments at institutions including the University of Southern California and Rice University. Her research interests include the evolution of continental lithosphere, the interplay between surface geology and deep mantle processes, and the application of DAS to monitor seismic activity and crustal deformation. Notable projects include the ARC Future Fellowship (2022–2026) advancing DAS technology for high-resolution subsurface imaging. Key areas of exploration include subduction zone dynamics, crustal structure in stable continents, and the geodynamics of collision zones. Her work bridges field observations with advanced computational models, contributing to understanding processes like the opening of the North Atlantic Ocean and the uplift of Scandinavian mountains. Grants include leadership in the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs and projects on seismic anisotropy and mantle flow deflection. Prof. Miller’s contributions span over 100 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing DAS applications (e.g., SISSLE experiment in New Zealand), seismic imaging of urban environments, and interdisciplinary collaborations in geophysics and tectonics.

• Integrated Photonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Lithium Niobate Photonics
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Dr. Guanghui Ren is a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Research & Innovation at RMIT University. His work focuses on advanced photonics, including integrated photonics, silicon photonics, and lithium niobate-based devices. He specializes in optoelectronics, hybrid integration, micro-nano fabrication, and optical sensors. Ren has pioneered research in photonic circuits, mode conversion, and sensing technologies using 2D materials and chalcogenide glasses. His research interests span optical biochemical sensors, ultra-wideband microwave systems, and reconfigurable photonic architectures. Notable contributions include high-Q mid-infrared ring resonators, poling-free wavelength conversion, and room-temperature gas sensors. Ren actively supervises PhD and Master's students in topics like photonics integration and materials upcycling. He holds an ORCID identifier and is a Senior Member of the IEEE. Recent work includes breakthroughs in lithium niobate-on-insulator platforms for mode switching, frequency lattices, and reservoir computing. His interdisciplinary approach bridges material science, optics, and engineering, with applications in environmental sensing, autonomous systems, and telecommunications.

Curtis MenyukView profile

Professor

• Optics
• Photonics
• Quantum Technology
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Curtis Menyuk is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), and Director of the Center for Navigation, Timing, and Frequency Research. His work focuses on optical frequency combs, solitons, and precision time-keeping technology. Collaborating with NIST, he studies microresonator-based frequency combs, addressing challenges in thermal noise and synchronization for advanced applications like GPS accuracy and dark matter detection. Key research areas include dissipative Kerr solitons, microresonator engineering, and the integration of optical systems for metrology. His contributions to soliton theory and nonlinear optics have been foundational, with equations developed in the 1980s still influencing fields like fiber optics. Menyuk’s recent work includes Nature-published advancements in soliton microcomb stabilization and synchronization techniques. He advises graduate students Logan Courtright and Pradyoth Shandilya. His interdisciplinary efforts bridge theory, experimentation, and application, with implications for future technologies in navigation, quantum sensing, and fundamental physics.

Yanne ChemboView profile

Associate Professor

• Nonlinear Optics
• Quantum Photonics
• Stochastic Phenomena
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Yanne Chembo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and the Institute for Research in Electronics and Applied Physics (IREAP) at the University of Maryland. He holds dual affiliations and leads research in nonlinear, quantum, and stochastic phenomena in optoelectronics, microwave photonics, and laser physics. His work targets applications in aerospace systems, optical communications, time-frequency metrology, quantum networks, and fiber sensors. Before joining UMD in 2019, he was a Research Director at CNRS (France), leading a group focused on photonic systems such as high-Q whispering-gallery mode resonators and optoelectronic oscillators. He is a Fellow of OSA and SPIE. His research group (PACES Lab) explores photonic architectures for advanced applications including machine learning and quantum technologies. Key research trends include the development of ultra-broadband Kerr microcombs, topological frequency combs, and reservoir computing with optoelectronic systems. His recent work emphasizes multi-timescale synchronization, synthetic frequency lattices, and noise analysis in optoelectronic oscillators. Applications span aerospace systems, quantum communication, and high-precision metrology. Awards: Fellow of OSA (2020), Fellow of SPIE (2021) Labs/Teams: PACES Lab, UMD’s IREAP/ECE collaboration Grants/Advising: No explicit grants or student advisees listed in text; focuses on experimental/theoretical research leadership.

Kartik SrinivasanView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Quantum Information Science
• Nanophotonics
• Nonlinear Optics
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Kartik Srinivasan is an Adjunct Professor affiliated with the Joint Quantum Institute (JQI) at the University of Maryland and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD. His research focuses on nanophotonic devices for quantum information science, metrology, and sensing, leveraging advanced fabrication techniques to enhance light-matter interactions. Key research areas include quantum frequency conversion , single-photon generation , microresonator frequency combs , and cavity optomechanics . His work integrates computational modeling, nanofabrication, and optoelectronic characterization to develop controllable platforms for quantum technologies and next-generation sensors. Recent contributions include breakthroughs in all-optical noise quenching , parametric synchronization of soliton microcombs , and visible wavelength microcomb generation . His group’s innovations in nanoscale electro-optomechanical transducers and integrated quantum photonics are advancing applications like quantum communication and high-precision imaging. Though no awards are explicitly listed here, his research has attracted significant attention, including a notable method for improving single-photon collection via 3D-printed polymer waveguides. His labs at NIST and JQI collaborate closely on integrated photonics design, fabrication, and characterization tools.