C. Martin Stickley

C. Martin Stickley is a retired Professor of Electrical Engineering and former Associate Director at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics, University of Central Florida. His career spans roles at the Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratory, ARPA, ERDA, BDM Corporation, AFOSR, and DARPA, with significant contributions to laser technology, materials science, and optics. He holds a Life Fellowship in IEEE and Fellow status in the Optical Society of America.

Education:

• Electrical Engineering degrees from University of Cincinnati, MIT, and Northeastern University

Research Focus: Innovations in high-power lasers, optical computing, semiconductor processes, and advanced materials. His work includes pioneering developments in laser fusion systems, focal plane arrays, and diode pump technologies. Current affiliations include advisory roles and contributions to optics research through CREOL.

Awards:

• Secretary of Defense Meritorious Civilian Service Award (1976)
• OSD Medal for Exceptional Public Service (2006)
• Special DARPA Recognition for SHEDS Program

Key Contributions: Led ARPA programs in GaAs integrated circuits and HgCdTe materials; initiated NOV A laser at LLNL; developed particle bed reactors and microantenna arrays. His career bridges defense research, academic leadership, and advanced technology development.

Labs/Teams: Played pivotal roles in institutions like CREOL, DARPA, and AFOSR, fostering global leadership in optics and photonics research.