Stefan Maier

Professor Stefan Maier is the Lee-Lucas Chair in Experimental Physics at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Imperial College London. He previously served as Head of the Experimental Solid State Physics Group (2016–2018) and Director of Postgraduate Studies (2014–2018). His research spans fundamental and applied aspects of nanoplasmonics, nanophotonics, and metamaterials.

• Centre for Plasmonics and Metamaterials
• Experimental Solid State Physics Group
• Metamaterials for Multiscale Physics and Mechanics
• Physics Permanent Researchers
• Quantum Engineering, Science and Technology
• The Light Community Centre for Plasmonics and Metamaterials

Dr. Maier received his PhD in Applied Physics in 2003. His group investigates light/matter interactions at the nanoscale, develops optical biosensors, light harvesting nanostructures for photovoltaics, and novel materials for photonic nanotechnology. His research integrates principles from Optical Physics, Nanotechnology, and Quantum Physics.

The selected publication highlights his contributions to plasmonics, focusing on theoretical and applied advancements in nanophotonics and metamaterials. This aligns with his group's broader work in integrating nanoscale optical phenomena with practical applications in sensing and energy conversion.