معرفی
Hooman Mohseni is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the AT&T Professor of Information Technology at Northwestern University. He holds joint appointments in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, the Applied Physics Program, and affiliated institutes like the International Institute of Nanotechnology and CIERA (Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astrophysics). His research focuses on quantum optoelectronics, advanced photodetectors, and nanotechnology-driven sensors, with applications spanning from biomedical engineering to astronomy.
Education includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University (2004), an M.S. from Sharif University of Technology, and a B.S. from Amirkabir University of Technology, both in Tehran, Iran.
Research interests encompass the design of ultra-sensitive optoelectronic sensors, nanomaterials innovation, and practical applications such as Mars terraforming (via engineered nanoparticles), infrared imaging systems, and neuroimaging through optically pumped magnetometers. His work bridges theoretical advancements with real-world technologies, aiming for breakthrough performance improvements in sensing and imaging.
Key recent research trends include Mars climate engineering studies, novel infrared focal plane arrays using 2D materials, and multispectral imaging systems. These efforts reflect his interdisciplinary approach to photonics and nanotechnology.
- Awards: Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors, W. M. Keck Foundation Award, OSA and SPIE Fellowships, and multiple NSF grants including the CAREER Award.
- Patents: Over 80 patents filed, covering optically pumped magnetometers, interferometric parallel detection systems, and nano-fabrication techniques.
- Labs/Teams: Leads the Bio-Inspired Sensors and Optoelectronics Laboratory, focusing on quantum optoelectronics and bio-inspired sensor design.
