Michiel de Dood

Michiel de Dood is an Associate Professor at Leiden University, Faculty of Science, and Head of the BSc Physics program. He is a core member of the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION), within the Quantum Matter and Optics group, where he leads the De Dood Lab – Quantum Detection. His research focuses on quantum measurement, particularly the detection of quantum states of light and the characterization of superconducting single-photon detectors. He has made significant contributions to nanophotonics and the study of analogies between classical and quantum systems.

His research interests span quantum optics, nanophotonics, plasmonics, and quantum detection. He investigates how quantum light sources can be used to probe detector physics and vice versa, enabling deeper understanding of superconducting nanowire devices. His work combines experimental precision with theoretical insight, often leveraging photonic crystal and plasmonic structures to explore fundamental quantum phenomena.

The recent publications highlight a consistent research trajectory in quantum photonics and detection. His work demonstrates expertise in characterizing advanced photonic materials and devices, with a strong emphasis on spatial and polarization effects in quantum systems. The keywords across publications indicate deep engagement with quantum measurement, nanoscale photonics, and quantum information science.

Michiel de Dood has supervised several PhD candidates, including Erik Baalbergen, John Hefele, and Jacopo Piantanida Chiesa. While no specific grants are listed in the provided text, his ongoing research activities and lab leadership suggest active funding. He is not mentioned as receiving any scientific awards in the provided content.

He leads the De Dood Lab – Quantum Detection, which explores quantum measurement through two interconnected themes: detecting specially prepared quantum states of light and characterizing quantum photon detectors. The lab applies these methods to superconducting single-photon detectors, aiming to uncover their underlying detection mechanisms. The group leverages expertise in nanophotonics and classical-quantum analogies to generate novel insights in quantum device physics.