Pranciškus Vitta

Professor Pranciškus Vitta is a faculty member at Vilnius University's Faculty of Physics, working at the Institute of Photonics and Nanotechnology (IPN). His research spans semiconductor photonics, biophysics, and interdisciplinary topics with a focus on solid-state lighting, illumination technologies, and antimicrobial photoinactivation applications.

• Faculty of Physics Council Member
• Head of Bachelor Study Program Committee for 'High-tech physics and Business'
• Executive board member of Vilnius municipality company 'Vilniaus apšvietimas'

Professor Vitta's research interests center around semiconductor photonics with applications in solid-state lighting systems, illumination technologies, and antimicrobial photoinactivation using natural photosensitizers. His work bridges fundamental semiconductor physics with practical applications in space technology, agriculture, and public health. His research has particular relevance to spacecraft sanitation and greenhouse pathogen control systems, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his work that connects photonics with biophysics.

His publication record shows a clear progression toward antimicrobial photoinactivation applications, with recent work focusing on riboflavin and chlorophyllin-based approaches for biofilm control. The research demonstrates innovative applications of photonics in solving real-world problems in space exploration and agricultural technology.

Professor Vitta has secured significant project funding from multiple sources including the European Space Agency and Lithuania's Agency for Science, Innovation and Technology (MITA), demonstrating the practical relevance and impact of his research.

As an educator, Professor Vitta teaches advanced courses including 'Research and innovation management,' 'Solid-State Lighting Technology,' and 'Photonics of Semiconductors,' preparing the next generation of photonics researchers and industry professionals. He currently supervises PhD student Kristina Aponienie in research on antimicrobial photo-nano technologies.