Mercedeh Khajavikhan

Mercedeh Khajavikhan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Southern California (USC). She is affiliated with CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics at the University of Central Florida (UCF), with a physical address at 4304 Scorpius Street, Orlando, FL. Her work bridges academic and applied research in optics and photonics.

Dr. Khajavikhan's research interests focus on advanced optical technologies, including photonics engineering, nanophotonics, and optical communications. She has contributed to interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of electrical engineering and applied physics.

Her awards include the NSF Career Award (2015), ONR Young Investigator Award (2016), and multiple teaching honors at UCF. These recognize both her scholarly impact and dedication to education.

Though specific grants or advising details are not listed, her affiliation with CREOL suggests involvement in collaborative research teams and labs dedicated to optics innovation. Her work aligns with UCF’s and USC’s strategic initiatives in photonics and engineering.