Frank Niklaus

Frank Niklaus is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Micromanufacturing within the Department of Micro and Nanosystems. His research focuses on developing flexible micro- and nanoscale manufacturing technologies for industrial and medical applications, including MEMS, photonics integration, and 3D printing. He explores novel fabrication methods like femtosecond laser processing, wafer bonding, and additive manufacturing to create advanced microsystems. His work emphasizes scalable production strategies for sensors, energy storage devices, and biomedical applications. Niklaus leads projects in silicon photonics, nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS), and integrated microfluidic platforms. He teaches courses on microsystem technology and advises on degree projects in electrical engineering and nanotechnology. His contributions bridge academic research with industrial needs, aiming to enhance Sweden's competitiveness in micro/nano manufacturing.

Education details are not explicitly stated in the provided texts. His research spans interdisciplinary areas such as materials science, photonics, and sensor development. Key projects include gas sensing using mid-IR waveguides, ultrafast 3D printing of glass and polymers, and energy-efficient nanoelectromechanical relays. Collaborations involve developing vacuum-sealed photonic MEMS and graphene-based sensors. His work has been published in high-impact journals like ACS Nano, Nature Communications, and Optics Express.

• Research Interests: MEMS, Nanotechnology, Silicon Photonics, Additive Manufacturing, Gas Sensing, Energy Harvesting
• Courses Taught: Microsystem Technology (EK2350), Degree Project Supervision in Electrical Engineering and Nanotechnology

His lab focuses on creating innovative microsystems through advanced fabrication techniques, with applications in environmental monitoring, biomedical devices, and programmable photonics. Current projects explore programmable photonic circuits using MEMS and low-cost infrared imaging sensors.