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Ranjan Singhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Terahertz (THz) Photonics
• Metamaterials
• 6G Communications
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ranjan Singh is a Professor at the Division of Physics, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, specializing in terahertz photonics and metamaterials. He holds an elected fellowship from OPTICA (OSA) for pioneering work in ultrafast terahertz photonics, active metamaterials, and sensors. His research focuses on hybrid THz-electronic-photonic technologies for 6G communications, topological photonics, spintronics, quantum materials, and high-Tc superconductors. Education: B.Eng. in Telecommunications (Bangalore University, 2001); M.Tech in Photonics (Cochin University, 2004); Ph.D. in Photonics (Oklahoma State University, 2009). Postdoctoral research at Los Alamos National Laboratory (2009–2013). Research emphasizes on-chip THz topological photonics for next-gen communication systems, with notable achievements including a $7M grant for TERACOMM (on-chip THz topological photonics). His work integrates AI-driven beamforming, reconfigurable metasurfaces, and phase-change materials for adaptive THz systems. Key awards include the 2020 Web of Science 'Top 1% Highly Cited Researcher' distinction. His lab, TeraX Labs (founded 2013), develops cutting-edge technologies like THz brain-computer interfaces, quantum emitters, and spintronic sensors. Over $12M in competitive grants has fueled innovations in THz integrated circuits, tunable optical coatings, and ultra-sensitive biosensors. Advancing 6G/XG wireless, Singh's team designs topological beamformers, intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRS), and terahertz metamaterials for multi-link systems. His work bridges theoretical physics and applied engineering, with a focus on energy-efficient, reconfigurable photonic systems.

Nuh Gedikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Condensed Matter Experiment
• Quantum Materials
• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nuh Gedik is the Donner Professor of Physics at MIT, leading the Gedik Research Group. His work focuses on quantum materials, employing advanced optical and electron spectroscopies. He joined MIT in 2008 as an Assistant Professor, earned his B.S. from Bogazici University (1998), and Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (2004) before postdoctoral work at Caltech. His awards include NSF CAREER, DOE Early Career, Sloan Fellowship, and APS Fellow recognition. Research interests include ultrafast dynamics in topological insulators, charge density waves, and light-induced phenomena. Key techniques include time-resolved ARPES, ultrafast electron diffraction, and terahertz spectroscopy. His group explores hidden orders in quantum materials and develops novel measurement tools. Recent work includes metastable magnetization control in FePS₃ and Floquet-Bloch states in graphene. Affiliated with the MIT Center for Quantum Engineering and Institute for Soldier Nanotechnologies.

Eugene Demlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Atomic and Molecular Physics
• Quantum Optics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Eugene Demler is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics, ETH Zurich. Previously, he held academic positions at Harvard University from 1998 to 2021, including Assistant Professor (2001-2004), Associate Professor (unspecified dates), and Full Professor (2005-2021). His work bridges theoretical condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum optics, and quantum simulations. Education: MSc in Physics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1993) Diploma work, Lebedev Physics Institute (1992-1993) PhD in Theoretical Physics, Stanford University (1998), supervised by S.C. Zhang Demler's research focuses on strongly correlated quantum systems, spintronics, quantum sensing, and photo-induced phase transitions. His recent publications explore topics such as quantum polarons, Josephson plasmons, magnon dynamics, and terahertz spectroscopy in superconductors. He has pioneered hybrid quantum-classical methods for electron-phonon systems and cavity-mediated quantum materials. His Google Scholar articles (2023-2025) span theoretical and experimental domains, with keywords including Quantum Physics , Condensed Matter Physics , and Quantum Optics . Subfields include Quantum Control , Superconductivity , Spin Waves , Quantum Sensing , Non-Equilibrium Dynamics , and Quantum Simulation . Scientific Awards: Hamburg Prize for Theoretical Physics (2021) Simons Investigator (2021) Moore Distinguished Scholar (2020) Hanna Visiting Scholar (2019) Highly Cited Researcher (2017-2020) Senior Fellow at ETH Zurich's Institute for Theoretical Studies (2015) Simons Fellowship (2015) Distinguished Scholar at Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (2015) Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (2014) Siemens Research Award (2006) Johannes Gutenberg Lecture Award (2006) NSF Career Award (2002) Sloan Fellowship (2002) Demler teaches courses such as Statistical Physics and Strongly Correlated Systems in Atomic and Condensed Matter Physics . His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental collaborations, particularly in quantum optics and condensed matter systems.

• Free-Electron Lasers
• Ultrafast X-ray Spectroscopy
• Nanoparticle Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Bostedt holds dual appointments as a Professor of Physical Chemistry at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and as Head of the Laboratory for Synchrotron Radiation and Femtochemistry (LSF) at the Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI). He leads strategic operations for the LSF, managing five research groups and overseeing four beamlines at the Swiss Light Source and the Alvra Endstation at SwissFEL. His research focuses on ultrafast x-ray science, including single-shot imaging, non-linear x-ray spectroscopy, and femtosecond pump-probe techniques. He collaborates globally on initiatives like the Athos project, aiming to advance ultrafast x-ray technologies. Bostedt has over 150 publications and is a Fellow of the American Physical Society, recipient of the Röntgen Prize. Education: Ph.D. from the University of Hamburg with research at Lawrence Livermore and Berkeley National Laboratories. Prior roles include leadership at Argonne National Laboratory and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Research Interests: Single-particle imaging and coherent diffraction X-ray free-electron laser applications Ultrafast dynamics in nanoparticles and molecular systems Non-linear x-ray spectroscopy Time-resolved x-ray pump-probe methods Awards: Fellow of the American Physical Society Röntgen Prize (University of Giessen) Labs & Projects: Spearheads the Athos beamline project at SwissFEL, developing the Maloja endstation for ultrafast x-ray studies. Oversees the Laboratory for Femtochemistry and collaborates on advanced imaging techniques for nanoscale science.

• Ultrafast Phenomena
• Photoinduced Phase Transitions
• Spin-Crossover Materials
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Eric Collet is a University Professor and Head of Department at the Institute of Physics of Rennes (IPR), a joint research unit of CNRS and Université de Rennes. His work centers on ultrafast photoinduced phase transitions, spin-crossover materials, and the control of functional materials using light and THz excitation. He leads a dynamic research team and is deeply involved in international collaborations, particularly through the IM-LED International Laboratory with Japan. University: University of Rennes School: Institute of Physics of Rennes Department: Department of Materials and Light Academic Rank: Professor Email: eric.collet@univ-rennes.fr Professor Collet's research explores the ultrafast dynamics of molecular and condensed matter systems, especially those exhibiting multistability and photoresponsiveness. His work combines femtosecond optical and X-ray techniques to probe structural and electronic changes at atomic scales. Key areas include spin-crossover phenomena, photomagnetism, ferroelasticity, and nonlinear phononics. He investigates how light can trigger cooperative responses in materials, leading to persistent phase transitions with applications in photonics and memory devices. The recent publications of Eric Collet reveal a strong focus on ultrafast structural dynamics, photoinduced charge and spin transitions, and the coupling of electronic states with lattice distortions. His team frequently employs advanced X-ray methods at large-scale facilities like ESRF and LCLS. The research spans from fundamental quantum dynamics to applied materials science, with recurring themes in symmetry breaking, cooperative switching, and room-temperature photoresponse in molecular systems. Scientific awards and recognitions include: CNRS Silver Medal (2020) Louis Ancel Prize, French Physical Society Hot Paper selection in PCCP (2019) Very Important Paper recognition in Eur. J. Inorg. Chem. (2019) News & Views feature in Nature Chemistry (2020) Eric Collet actively mentors PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, and has supervised numerous publications in top journals. He has led major scientific initiatives such as the UCM2018 symposium and JMC2021 conference. His research is supported by grants from ANR, CNRS, and the Institut Universitaire de France. He collaborates extensively with institutions in France, Japan, and beyond. His research is conducted primarily within the Department of Materials and Light at the Institute of Physics of Rennes. He co-directs the IM-LED International Laboratory with Prof. Shin-ichi Ohkoshi (University of Tokyo) and collaborates with groups in Bordeaux, Lebanon, and Japan. His lab specializes in time-resolved X-ray diffraction, ultrafast spectroscopy, and nonlinear optical control of materials.

Bradley J. Siwickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chemical Physics
• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bradley J. Siwick is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at McGill University, holding the Canada Research Chair in Ultrafast Science (Tier II). He specializes in developing ultrafast electron-based techniques to study atomic and molecular dynamics in materials and chemical systems. His work bridges chemical physics, materials science, and condensed matter physics, focusing on structural dynamics, phase transitions, and nonequilibrium states. Education: B.A.Sc. (Engineering Physics, University of Toronto, 1997), M.Sc. (Physics, 1998), Ph.D. (Physics, 2004). Postdoctoral training at FOM-AMOLF Amsterdam (2004–2006). Awards: NSERC Doctoral Prize (2005). Research interests include ultrafast electron diffraction/scattering, electron-phonon coupling, and imaging transient structural changes. Techniques developed in his lab combine electron microscopy with ultrafast laser spectroscopy to observe atomic motions on femtosecond timescales. Key areas of study are phase transitions in materials (e.g., VO₂, cuprates), nanocomposites, and extreme states of matter using facilities like the Advanced Laser Light Source (ALLS). Recent articles highlight advances in momentum-resolved phonon dynamics, polaron formation, and ultrafast imaging of 2D materials. His lab, based in Otto Maass and Rutherford buildings, collaborates on frontier projects in nonequilibrium materials science. Advising: Leads the Siwick Research Group, focusing on graduate students in chemical physics and materials science. Grants: Supported by NSERC and Canada Research Chairs funding. Labs and facilities: Otto Maass 25 laboratory and ALLS (Varennes, Quebec) for high-power laser experiments.

Mohammed Hassanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Attosecond Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mohammed Hassan is an Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Arizona, specializing in ultrafast electron microscopy and attosecond science. His research focuses on developing 'Attomicroscopy' to capture electronic and atomic motion with attosecond temporal resolution. He holds primary faculty classification and operates a lab at the University of Arizona (https://hassan.lab.arizona.edu). Education: Ph.D. in Physics (2013), Max-Planck Institute for Quantum Optics & Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. Research Interests: Hassan's work bridges atomic physics, quantum optics, and materials science. His innovations include attosecond electron pulse generation and their application in imaging ultrafast processes in solids and liquids. Key projects involve tracking electron dynamics in graphene, probing light-matter interactions at sub-femtosecond timescales, and advancing 4D electron microscopy techniques. Awards: Recipient of the 2019 Air Force Young Investigator Award and 2018 Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Grant. Previously a Max-Plank Research Fellow (2009). Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles, including foundational works in Nature Photonics , Science , and Nature . Recent trends emphasize attosecond-scale imaging applications in quantum materials and lightwave electronics. Labs/Teams: Leads the Hassan Lab at the University of Arizona, pioneering novel instrumentation for attosecond science applications.

Stefan Eisebittمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
• Magnetism
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Stefan Eisebitt is a Director at the Max-Born-Institut für Nichtlineare Optik und Kurzzeitspektroskopie and holds a Professorship in Experimental Physics at the Technische Universität Berlin. His research focuses on ultrafast magnetization dynamics, nanoscale structure analysis, and novel imaging techniques using coherent XUV/X-ray spectroscopy. He leads the Transient Electronic Structure and Nanoscience group and is involved in cutting-edge projects involving femtosecond laser-driven X-ray sources and spintronic materials. Education and Career: He obtained his Diplom (1992) and Ph.D. (1996) from Cologne University, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of British Columbia and Forschungszentrum Jülich. He became a Privatdozent at Humboldt-Universität Berlin (2005) and held professorships at TU Berlin (2008–2015) and Lund University (2012–2015) before his current role since 2015. He leads the Functional Nanomaterials joint research group between Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin and TU Berlin. Research Interests: His work spans transient electronic structure, ultrafast optical manipulation of magnetization, nanoscale material characterization, and advanced coherent imaging methods. Key techniques include XUV/X-ray spectroscopy, laser-driven plasma sources, and femtosecond time-resolved studies. Professional Roles: He chairs the Physikalische Gesellschaft zu Berlin and the Elettra Scientific Advisory Council. He has held leadership roles in the European XFEL Scientific Advisory Committee and the Komitee für Forschung mit Synchrotronstrahlung (KFS). His lab develops state-of-the-art setups for ultrafast X-ray scattering and holography.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Magnetism
• Multiferroics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Valery Kiryukhin is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rutgers University, where he also serves as a Member of the Graduate Faculty. His research focuses on electronic, structural, and magnetic properties of novel materials, particularly in strongly-correlated systems, quantum magnetism, and multiferroics. He leads the Rutgers Center for Emergent Materials (RCEM), emphasizing collaborations to explore spin liquids, frustrated magnets, and materials with self-organized nanostructures using advanced neutron and x-ray scattering techniques. His experimental work combines campus-based facilities with national labs like Brookhaven National Laboratory and NIST, offering students unique exposure to cutting-edge scattering facilities and crystal growth. Key areas include magnetoelectric coupling, spin-phonon interactions, and domain dynamics in antiferromagnetic materials. His group has pioneered visualization methods for antiferromagnetic domains, as seen in recent publications. Kiryukhin has received prestigious awards including the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award, NSF CAREER Award, and Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Society (2014) and co-recipient of a W. M. Keck Foundation grant. His research bridges fundamental condensed matter physics with applications in quantum information technologies. Awards: Donald H. Jacob’s Chair in Applied Physics, Alexander von Humboldt Bessel Award, NSF CAREER Award Grants: W. M. Keck Foundation Award (2014), DOE and NSF projects Collaborations: RCEM, Brookhaven National Lab, NIST His lab provides advanced training in scattering techniques, crystallography, and interdisciplinary collaborations, shaping the next generation of materials physicists.

• Photon Science
• X-ray Diffraction
• Femtosecond Laser Spectroscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jerome Hastings is a Research Professor at the Photon Science Directorate , Stanford University, and a Principal Investigator at the Stanford PULSE Institute. He is affiliated with the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and holds the academic rank of Research Professor (A.R.). His research focuses on advanced X-ray scattering techniques, femtosecond laser interactions, and high-energy-density material physics. Currently on leave from June 15, 2025, to September 15, 2025, Hastings has taught courses such as Advanced Topics in X-ray Scattering (APPPHYS 322) and Principles of X-ray Scattering (APPPHYS 222, PHOTON 222). Teaching : 2025-26: Advanced Topics in X-ray Scattering (Spr), Principles of X-ray Scattering (Win), Directed Studies (Aut/Wi/Spr), Research (Aut/Wi/Spr) Prior courses (2024-25, 2023-24) include similar offerings. Research Interests : His work explores the intersection of photon science and material dynamics, utilizing free-electron lasers to probe ultrafast structural changes, phonon hardening, and electronic responses in materials under extreme conditions. Key areas include X-ray diffraction , time-resolved spectroscopy , and high-intensity X-ray interactions . Publications : Hastings has contributed to 47 publications, with recent studies (2024) on supercooled liquid hydrogen crystallization and phonon hardening in laser-excited gold. Earlier works (2019-2016) address X-ray split-delay systems, photodissociation dynamics, and anomalous Compton scattering. Scientific Contributions : Notable projects include the development of compact X-ray diagnostics and phase-contrast imaging instruments at LCLS, enabling nanoscale temporal and spatial resolution for high-energy-density experiments. Students : He has advised doctoral candidates Arijit Majumdar, Chance Ornelas-Skarin, Madison Singleton, and Catherine Weibel. Contact : Academic email jerome.hastings@stanford.edu

Joel Rosenthalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Electrochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Joel Rosenthal is Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Delaware, where he also serves as Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Affairs in the College of Arts and Sciences. His group integrates inorganic synthesis, electrochemistry, and photochemistry to create functional materials and catalysts for energy, environmental, and biomedical challenges. Education & Training B.S. with Honors, New York University (2001) Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2007) NIH Postdoctoral Fellow, MIT (2007-2010) Research Directions The Rosenthal Research Lab pursues four intertwined themes: Environmental & energy sustainability via CO₂ reduction and solar-to-fuel conversion. Design of catalytic platforms for small-molecule up-conversion. Light-activated therapeutics targeting cancer and other diseases. Electrosynthetic routes to advanced inorganic materials and coordination complexes. To tackle these goals, the group synthesizes non-traditional tetrapyrroles, porous inorganic frameworks, and metal alloys, then interrogates them with electrochemical, spectroscopic, and ultrafast methods in collaboration with colleagues across UD, other universities, and National Laboratories. Recent Publication Trends Between 2021-2025 the group has published extensively on (i) selective electrochemical CO₂ reduction using bismuth, tin, and alloy catalysts, (ii) structure–function relationships in palladium and ruthenium tetrapyrrole complexes for singlet-oxygen generation, and (iii) new metal–organic framework (MOF) electrosyntheses. The work bridges fundamental mechanistic insights with practical device demonstrations, including 3-D-printed flow cells and solar-powered reactors. Scientific Awards & Honors While specific awards are not enumerated in the provided text, Prof. Rosenthal has garnered recognition through sustained federal funding, invited colloquia, and extensive peer-reviewed publication records. Students, Collaborators & Infrastructure The group actively recruits graduate students, post-docs, and undergraduates interested in interdisciplinary research. Trainees gain expertise spanning chemical synthesis, electrochemical cell design, ultrafast spectroscopy, computational modeling, and biological assays through partnerships both on campus and at national user facilities. The lab maintains state-of-the-art instrumentation for electrochemistry, photochemistry, and materials characterization, and communicates its latest findings via Twitter @rosenthal_lab .

Michael Horn-von Hoegenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface Physics
• Ultrafast Dynamics
• Electron Diffraction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michael Horn-von Hoegen is a full professor in the Faculty of Physics at the University of Duisburg-Essen , Germany. His research focuses on ultrafast structural dynamics , surface physics , and 2D materials , particularly using electron diffraction and plasmonic imaging techniques. He leads the Horn-von Hoegen Group , which plays a central role in the Collaborative Research Center CRC 1242 Non-Equilibrium Dynamics of Condensed Matter in the Time Domain , where his team investigates driven phase transitions and phonon systems with sub-femtosecond temporal resolution. Location: Office Window MF260, Faculty of Physics, Lotharstr. 1-21, 47057 Duisburg Contact: Tel. +49 (203) 379 1439 | Fax +49 (203) 379 1555 His research spans ultrafast electron diffraction of photo-induced phase transitions in atomic wires and topological materials , with recent breakthroughs on Kibble-Zurek dynamics in the Si(001) surface and chiral plasmon polaritons . The group’s 15 most recent publications (2025-2022) address phenomena such as negative thermal expansion in 2D materials , electron-phonon coupling in Pb/Si heterostructures , and quantum pathway analysis in Bismuth films . These works are categorized under disciplines like Condensed Matter Physics , Nanooptics , and Ultrafast Dynamics , with subfields including Ising Model Transitions , Plasmon Focusing , and Time-Resolved Diffraction . Prof. Horn-von Hoegen serves as DFG Liaison Officer for the University of Duisburg-Essen, providing guidance on Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) proposals . His group has mentored notable researchers including Dr. Simon Sindermann (postdoc at IBM), Dr. Anja Hanisch-Blicharski (Leopoldina Fellow), Dr. Hichem Hattab (Leopoldina Fellowship), and Dr. Marin Petrovic (Humboldt Fellow). The group’s laboratory facilities include advanced ultrafast electron diffraction and photoemission microscopy systems, enabling studies of atomic-scale processes such as molecular dynamics simulations of laser-excited surfaces and domain wall motion in Si(553)-Au systems .

Wendy Maoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Planetary Science
• Geophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wendy Mao is a Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Photon Science, and (by courtesy) Geophysics at Stanford University, affiliated with SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Her research focuses on materials under extreme conditions, particularly high pressure, to understand planetary interiors, energy materials, and novel phases. Key interests include phase transitions in minerals, silicate melts, and light-element alloys, with applications in planetary core modeling and hydrogen storage. Education: Ph.D. in Geophysical Sciences from the University of Chicago (2005). Teaching includes Earth's interior dynamics, mineralogy, and a freshman seminar on diamonds. Research emphasizes high-pressure experimentation using diamond anvil cells and synchrotron X-ray techniques. Recent work explores metallic hydrogen, iron spin states in super-Earths, and amorphization in halide perovskites. Collaborations leverage machine learning and advanced imaging for material characterization. Her lab develops methods to stabilize metastable phases and study ultrafast structural responses under shock compression. The group also investigates defects in quantum sensors and novel synthesis pathways for energy materials.

Vinod Kumarappanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (AMO)
• Ultrafast Laser Physics
• Molecular Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vinod Kumarappan is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Kansas State University specializing in laser-induced molecular alignment/orientation for ultrafast molecular-frame studies. His group combines experimental gas-phase measurements with computational modeling of rotational dynamics. Education: Ph.D. Physics, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (2002) M.S. Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (1996) B.S. Physics, University of Calicut (1994) Research Focus: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics utilizing femtosecond lasers to restrict molecular orientations. His work enables orientation-specific measurements of strong-field ionization, fragmentation, and harmonic generation. Current projects include molecular-frame photoelectron spectroscopy and ultrafast electron diffraction. Publication Trends: Recent work (2017-2021) examines strong-field interactions in O2, CO2, and methanol using rotational wave packets, bridging experimental ultrafast physics with computational quantum dynamics simulations for asymmetric molecules. Grants & Advising: Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Advises PhD students including Tomthin Wangjam. Research Group: Operates experimental laser facilities and develops parallel computational codes (OpenMP) for 3D rotational dynamics of asymmetric tops.

Anatoly Zayatsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
• Metamaterials
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Anatoly Zayats is a Professor of Physics and Head of the Photonics & Nanotechnology Group at King's College London. He holds academic leadership roles as Co-Director of the Net Zero Centre, London Centre for Nanotechnology, and London Institute for Advanced Light Technologies. His research focuses on nanophotonics, plasmonics, metamaterials, and their applications in sensing, quantum technologies, and sustainable energy. He earned his PhD in 1989 from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and previously served as Chair of Physics at Queen’s University Belfast. Education: PhD (1989) and MSc (1986) in Physics from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. Research interests include nonlinear optics, ultrafast plasmonics, topological light quasiparticles, and plasmonic metamaterials. He has pioneered work on hot-electron dynamics, optical spin-orbit coupling, and structured waves. Key achievements include the Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award and fellowships from major scientific societies. His work bridges fundamental science and applications in fields like bio-sensing, quantum plasmonics, and renewable energy. He co-edits Advanced Photonics and leads multidisciplinary projects funded by EPSRC and the European Commission. Research highlights include large-area single-crystal gold films for nanophotonics, copper-based ENZ metamaterials, and topological optical skyrmions. He advises on UK national initiatives like the London Quantum Technology Cluster and MetaHUB.