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Michael Kudenov is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on developing novel imaging systems, interferometers, detectors, and anisotropic materials for polarization and spectral sensing applications across ultraviolet to thermal infrared wavelengths. Key areas include biomedical imaging, remote sensing, food safety, and atmospheric monitoring. He holds a Ph.D. in Optical Sciences from the University of Arizona (2009) and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks (2005).
- Education:
- Ph.D. Optical Sciences, University of Arizona (2009)
- M.S. Optical Sciences, University of Arizona (2007)
- B.S. Electrical Engineering, University of Alaska Fairbanks (2005)
Dr. Kudenov’s research interests center on advancing snapshot imaging systems to maximize spatial, spectral, and polarimetric data capture. Recent work includes hyperspectral imaging for crop phenotyping, AI-driven disease detection in plants, and flexible organic photodetectors for continuous environmental sensing. He has authored 13 journal articles, 15 conference proceedings, and patents in optical systems design.
His funded projects include high-throughput phenotyping for peanut leaf spot resistance and collaborations with agricultural stakeholders. Awards include the 2023 SPIE Fellowship, 2021 University Faculty Scholar recognition, and the 2009 UA Graduate Valedictorian honor. He actively mentors students in undergraduate and graduate research, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications of optical engineering.
Notable contributions include a bio-inspired spectropolarimetric sensor and Mueller matrix imaging systems for plant health monitoring. His lab develops technologies for field-deployable platforms, advancing precision agriculture and environmental monitoring through innovative optical instrumentation.
