Mikhail Lapine

Associate Professor Mikhail Lapine is affiliated with the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He holds a PhD (summa cum laude) from Osnabrück University (2004) and has postdoctoral experience at institutions including Helsinki University of Technology, University of Sevilla, Australian National University, and ITMO University. His research focuses on metamaterials, nonlinear optics, plasmonics, and nanotechnology, with applications in photonics and biomedical imaging.

Education:

• PhD in Physics, University of Osnabrück, Germany (2001–2004)
• Postdoctoral Research: Radio Laboratory (Helsinki), Dept. Electronics and Electromagnetics (Sevilla), Nonlinear Physics Centre (ANU), and others

Research Interests: Dr. Lapine specializes in metamaterial design, nonlinear phenomena in structured materials, and plasmonic nanostructures. His work explores applications such as tunable metasurfaces for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), laser-printed nanoantennas, and quantum dot emission control. His contributions bridge theoretical modeling and experimental fabrication, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

Editorial Roles:

• Editor of Metamaterials (2007–2012)
• Editor of Photonics and Nanostructures (2012–2023)
• Associate Editor of Scientific Reports (2013–present)

Teaching & Supervision: He teaches Advanced Mechanics and Linear Algebra at UTS and supervises PhD/Masters students in metamaterials and photonics. His courses emphasize both theoretical foundations and practical applications.

Labs & Collaborations: Active in the CUDOS research group and collaborates internationally on projects involving metamaterials and nanotechnology. His work often intersects with biomedical and optical engineering fields.