Yasser El-Sharkawy | Light-Matter Interactions | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yasser El-Sharkawy | Light-Matter Interactions | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Yasser El-Sharkawy | Military technical college | Egypt

Prof. Yasser H. El-Sharkawy is a distinguished professor of optoelectronics and biomedical engineering whose career spans more than three decades of impactful academic, research, and industrial contributions. As Chairman of the Scientific Council at the Military Technical College in Cairo, he leads research strategy and governance in optical systems, biomedical imaging, medical diagnostics, hyperspectral imaging, photoacoustic spectroscopy, and laser-based technologies. His work is widely recognized for bridging scientific innovation with real-world applications, particularly in advanced medical diagnostics and explosive detection. Prof. El-Sharkawy serves as an editor for the Journal of Engineering Science and Military Technologies and the Military Medicine Journal while mentoring numerous postgraduate researchers across interdisciplinary fields. His scholarly achievements include an h-index of 16, along with 956 total citations and 43 documents reflected in his i10-index, which collectively demonstrate the strong academic influence and sustained impact of his research. A respected leader in optoelectronics, he continues to drive advancements in imaging and photonic technologies while contributing actively to scientific development and professional training within the region and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Aboughaleb, I. H., Aref, M. H., & El-Sharkawy, Y. H. (2020). Hyperspectral imaging for diagnosis and detection of ex-vivo breast cancer. Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 31, 101922.

Aref, M. H. F., Sharawi, A. A. R., & El-Sharkawy, Y. H. (2021).Delineation of the arm blood vessels utilizing hyperspectral imaging to assist with phlebotomy for exploiting the cutaneous tissue oxygen concentration. Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 33, 102190.

El-Sharkawy, Y. H., & Elbasuney, S. (2019).Hyperspectral imaging: A new prospective for remote recognition of explosive materials. Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment, 13, 31–38.

Aref, M. H., Aboughaleb, I. H., & El-Sharkawy, Y. H. (2020).Tissue characterization utilizing hyperspectral imaging for liver thermal ablation. Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 31, 101899.

Darwiesh, M., El-Sherif, A. F., Ayoub, H. S., El-Sharkawy, Y. H., Hassan, M. F., … (2018).Hyperspectral laser imaging of underwater targets. Journal of Optics, 47(4), 553–560.

El-Sharkawy, Y. H., & Elbasuney, S. (2017).Novel laser induced photoacoustic spectroscopy for instantaneous trace detection of explosive materials. Forensic Science International, 277, 215–222.

El-Sharkawy, Y. H., Badr, Y., Gadallah, M., & El-Sherif, A. F. (2006).Diagnostic of human teeth using photoacoustic response. Lasers in Dentistry XII, 6137, 613701.

Shalini Vardhan – Biophotonics Systems Integration – Best Researcher Award

Shalini Vardhan - Biophotonics Systems Integration - Best Researcher Award

Netaji Subhas University of Technology - India

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS 🎓

Shalini Vardhan developed a deep fascination for silicon photonics early in her academic journey. Her passion led her to pursue a Ph.D. at Netaji Subhas University of Technology, where she specialized in integrated photonic waveguides. With a strong foundation in optoelectronics and nonlinear optics, she set the stage for impactful research in high-performance photonic devices.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS 💼

As a Teaching Research Fellow at NSUT Delhi since 2021, Shalini has contributed to academia by mentoring B.Tech. and M.Tech. students in subjects like Optical Communication and Analog Electronics. Her expertise in optical networks and microwave photonics has made her a valuable asset in guiding students through complex technical concepts.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS 🌍

Shalini's research revolves around developing high-performance, low-loss silicon photonic devices. She explores novel materials and fabrication techniques to enhance photonic device scalability. Her work also extends to integrating silicon photonics with quantum optics and biophotonics, leading to innovative solutions in optical computing and sensing applications.

ONGOING PROJECTS AND INNOVATIONS 🔬

Her current research projects include optimizing silicon-on-insulator-based photonic waveguides and investigating photonic micro-ring resonators for biosensing applications. She is also engaged in developing hybrid photonic interferometers for improved wavelength band performance. Her work is crucial in advancing next-generation photonic circuits.

ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION 🏆

Shalini’s research contributions have been published in prestigious journals such as Photonics and Silicon. Her work on optical power splitters and integrated filters has been widely cited. Her excellence in research has established her as a promising name in the field of silicon photonics.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE 🌐

Her groundbreaking research has contributed to advancements in photonic integrated circuits, optical interconnects, and quantum information processing. By mentoring students and collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, she continues to influence the next generation of photonics researchers and engineers.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS 🌟

Shalini envisions a future where silicon photonics plays a crucial role in quantum computing and biomedical applications. She aims to expand her research on photonic waveguides and optical sensors, ensuring that her contributions shape the future of optical science and integrated photonics for years to come.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Design, simulation and performance comparison of SoI rectangular waveguide and SMF for methane detection.
Authors: S. Vardhan, R.R. Singh
Journal: Integrated Photonics Platforms II

SoI based optical 1×2 wavelength independent 3-dB power splitter design using three rectangular cross-sectional cuboidal waveguides.
Authors: D. Srivastava, S. Vardhan, R.R. Singh
Journal: Silicon

Optimization and comparative analysis of rectangular and slot waveguide based symmetric ring and racetrack resonators for SoI photonic integrated filters.
Authors: S. Vardhan, R.R. Singh
Journal: Silicon

Poynting Vector Analysis of SoI based Hybrid Plasmonic Rectangular Waveguide.
Authors: S. Vardhan, R.R. Singh
Journal: JSAP-Optica Joint Symposia

A Low Profile Modified Y-shaped RDRA for Triple-band Wireless Applications
Authors: D.G. Patanvariya, A. Gaonkar, S. Vardhan
Journal: IEEE MTT-S International Microwave and RF Conference (IMARC)