Speaker: Maziar Nezhad, University of Salford, UK
Wed 15th January 12:00 – 13:00 UK time. This seminar will be held in person in Peel 109 and you can join us online via Microsoft Teams.
Abstract
Nanophotonics and microsystems are at the forefront of modern technology, driving applications in telecommunications, sensing, and computation. This talk explores the synergistic relationship between nanophotonics—the interaction and manipulation of light with sub-micron and nano-scale structures—and microsystems, such as integrated microelectronic and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). Topics will include silicon photonic devices, periodic photonic crystals, plasmonics and metallic nanostructures, as well as their integration into MEMS-enabled photonics. Emerging applications such as optically actuated microrobotics and mechanically flexible optical waveguides will also be discussed. The talk will conclude with a discussion of areas of synergy with acoustics and potential areas of multidisciplinary collaboration.
Biography
Maziar Nezhad is Professor of Nanophotonics and Microsystems Engineering at the University of Salford’s School of Science, Engineering, and Environment. His research focuses on the development of nanophotonic devices, microscale systems and nanofabrication techniques, particularly in areas such as silicon photonics, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), and compound semiconductors . Prior to joining Salford, he held academic and research positions at Bangor University, RWTH Aachen University, and the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). During his time at Bangor University he was awarded an EPSRC/UKRI Fellowship to develop new microrobot technologies powered by light. Other highlights of his research include contributions in diamond photonic devices, plasmonics and III-V metal-cavity nanolasers.