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@akhileshpathak57
Nanophotonics, Sensors, Optics, Physics
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a photonics researcher focused on two-photon polymerization 3D printing and optical sensor development, currently conducting postdoctoral research at a top-tier U.S. university.
I hold a Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics and have conducted research across India, the UK, Thailand, and the USA, including an Erasmus Mundus fellowship and postdoctoral roles.
My work spans synthesis of active materials, controlled nanoparticles, COMSOL and MATLAB modeling, and hands-on fiber fabrication and characterization, resulting in numerous journal publications, invited reviews, and editorial and reviewer roles.
I have secured competitive awards and fellowships, mentored graduate students, led training and workshops, and contributed to multi-author research, patents, and book chapters—demonstrating a blend of experimental skill, modeling expertise, and academic leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
NUPost-Doctoral Scholar
Northwestern University
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Conduct two-photon polymerization 3D printing to fabricate optical amplifiers and micro-optic devices, advancing on-chip photonic components and demonstrating novel active-material integration.
CUPost-Doctoral Fellow
Chulalongkorn University
Oct 2020 - Sep 2022 (1 year 11 months)
Performed postdoctoral research on optical sensors and nanomaterials, contributing to multiple publications on fiber-optic sensing and plasmonic-enhanced detection methods.
CLExchange Fellow
City, University of London
Oct 2017 - Apr 2018 (6 months)
Conducted Erasmus Mundus–supported research exchange in photonics, contributing to experimental and theoretical work in fiber optics during 2017–2018.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IDIndian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
Doctor of Philosophy, Fiber Optics and Photonics
2015 - 2019
Activities and societies: Erasmus Mundus research exchange at City, University of London (2017-2018)
Awarded Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics following research conducted from February 2015 to December 2019.
CLCity, University of London
Photonics / Fiber Optics (research exchange)
2017 - 2018
Activities and societies: Erasmus Mundus Fellowship (Aug 2017)
Erasmus Mundus exchange fellowship period at City, University of London conducted as part of doctoral research in 2017–2018.
UAUniversity of Allahabad
Master of Science, Physics (Non-Linear Optics)
2010 - 2012
Grade: First Class
Completed Master of Science in Physics with specialization in Non-Linear Optics (First Class) from August 2010 to October 2012.
KNIPSS, Sultanpur Uttar Pradesh
Bachelor of Science, Science
2007 - 2010
Grade: First Class
Activities and societies: Student
Completed Bachelor of Science (First Class) at KNIPSS affiliated to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University from July 2007 to June 2010.
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