Piotr Lesiak

Piotr Lesiak is an Associate Professor at the Optics and Photonics Division of the Faculty of Physics at Warsaw University of Technology. His research focuses on light propagation in optical fibers, liquid crystals, and photonic materials. He specializes in developing sensor systems embedded in composite materials, with particular emphasis on metamaterials, nanomaterials, and optofluidic applications. Dr. Lesiak has authored over 100 publications and supervised 23 theses. His work spans experimental and theoretical studies, including the design of advanced optical sensors and the exploration of novel photonic structures. Notable contributions include studies on polymer-stabilized liquid crystals, nanoparticle-doped systems, and topological analysis of soft matter dynamics. His research has practical applications in structural health monitoring, aerospace engineering, and environmental sensing.

He holds a prominent position in the scientific community, evidenced by his h-index of 19 (Scopus) and 16 (Web of Science). His laboratory focuses on both fundamental and applied photonics, with projects funded by national and international grants. Recent work includes innovations in 3D-printed sensor integration and optofluidic systems for mid-infrared spectroscopy. Dr. Lesiak collaborates widely, contributing to interdisciplinary advancements in materials science and optical engineering.