Dr. LUCIEN MANDENG MANDENG | Nonlinear Optics | Young Researcher Award

Dr. LUCIEN MANDENG MANDENG | Nonlinear Optics | Young Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer, National Advanced School of Engineering/University of Yaoundé , Cameroon.

Lucien Mandeng Mandeng is a distinguished Cameroonian physicist and Senior Lecturer at the National Advanced School of Engineering, University of Yaoundé I. Born on January 8, 1986, in Yaoundé, Cameroon, Lucien has made significant contributions to the field of nonlinear optics. His research focuses on highly dispersive and nonlinear media, particularly investigating linear and nonlinear effects in optical systems. Lucien’s work has been recognized globally, and he has presented at various international conferences. He is an active member of the OSA/OPTICA Foundation and has organized scientific activities, including training sessions on computer-assisted scientific calculation software MAPLE for undergraduate students ¹ ².

Professional Profile

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Education 

Ph.D. in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences (2009-2015) – Master Pro. I.S.M.C (E-learning): University of Amiens/Picardie/Jules Verne (France) (2010-2012) – Advanced Studies in Physics (Master’s Science with thesis in Physics): University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences (2007-2008) – Master in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences (2005-2006) – Bachelor’s degree in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences (2004-2005) – Baccalaureate diploma in Mathematics and Physical Sciences: Government High School of Ngambè (2001-2002)

Experience

Senior Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering (2022-present) – Permanent Assistant Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering (2020-2021) – Temporary Assistant Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering (2010-2019) and National Advanced School of Posts and Telecommunications of Yaoundé (2013-2015) – Teacher of Physics, Chemistry, and Technologies: Bilingual Government High School of Etoug-Ebe (2013-2019) and Government High School of Massok/Song Loulou (2008-2012)

Research Focus 

Lucien’s research focuses on nonlinear optics, particularly in highly dispersive and nonlinear media. He investigates linear and nonlinear effects in optical systems, including ² ³: – Airy Pulse Dynamics: studying the behavior of Airy pulses in optical systems – Supercontinuum Generation: exploring the generation of supercontinuum in various optical waveguides – Modulational Instability: analyzing the instability of optical pulses in nonlinear media

Awards and Honors

Oral Presentation Award: sponsored by OSA Foundation during the “Winter College on Optics 2018” – OSA/OPTICA Travel Grant: Subsea OFC Summer School (2019) – OSA/OPTICA Foundation Student Travel Grant: Frontiers in Optics (2014) and Student Travel Grant-FiO Adopted Chapter (2012)

Publication Top Notes

1. “Using the time-transformation approach to generate free ballistic acceleration and inversion of the Airy pulse in dynamic optical media”
2. “Asymmetric Airy pulse inversion in a semiconductor optical amplifier under third-order dispersion”
3. “Third-order and quartic dispersions inducing Airy pulse regeneration in optical fiber links”
4. “Heat transfer software for local materials in Cameroon (HTSLM 1.0): simplified building energy software based on local realities”
5. “Supercontinuum generation of Airy pulses in a silicon-on-insulator optical waveguide including third-harmonic generation and negative-frequency Kerr terms”

Dingke Zhang | Micro nano laser materials and devices | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Farzad Ghafoorian | Micro nano laser materials and devices | Best Researcher Award

professor, Chongqing Normal University , China

🎓 Dingke Zhang, Doctor of Science & Professor at Chongqing Normal University, specializes in high-performance organic laser devices. She earned her Ph.D. from Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, followed by six years of postdoctoral research at Northeast Normal University and RMIT University, Australia. Her expertise spans micro/nano optoelectronic materials and devices, amplified spontaneous emission, and ultrafast spectroscopic dynamics. She has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, and Small. Recognized for her contributions, she received Chongqing’s Third Prize for Natural Science and First Prize for Innovation in Industry-University-Research Cooperation.

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Education 🎓

📍 Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences 🏅Postdoctoral Research in Micro/Nano Optoelectronics, Northeast Normal University, China 🏅Research in Optoelectronic Materials & Devices, RMIT University, Australia 🏅

Experience 🏆

🔹 Professor, Chongqing Normal University (Present) 📚 Postdoctoral Researcher, RMIT University, Australia (Optoelectronic Materials) 🔬 Postdoctoral Researcher, Northeast Normal University, China (Micro/Nano Devices) 🧪

Awards & Honors 🏅

🏆 Third Prize, Natural Science Award, Chongqing  First Prize, Innovation Achievement in Industry-University-Research, Chongqing 🌟

Research Focus 🔬

🔬 High-performance organic laser devices 🌈 Amplified spontaneous emission & ultrafast spectroscopic dynamics ⚛️ Micro/Nano optoelectronic materials  Perovskite materials, organic polymers & dyes 🏅

Publications

1️⃣ High-density superhard carbon stabilized by strain-induced phase transitionDiamond and Related Materials, 2025 (0 Citations)
2️⃣ Enhanced NIR amplified spontaneous emission in black-phase FAPbI3 perovskite filmsAdvanced Functional Materials, 2025 (0 Citations)
3️⃣ V doping for optimized hydrogen evolution in NiO nanosheetsKexue Tongbao, 2024 (0 Citations)
4️⃣ In situ Ni@NiO Schottky heterojunctions for electrocatalysisJournal of Materials Chemistry C, 2024 (0 Citations)
5️⃣ Phase distribution in Ruddlesden–Popper perovskite films for enhanced ASEOptics Letters, 2024 (0 Citations)
6️⃣ Flexible MAPbBr3 perovskite films with mechanical reliabilityApplied Physics Letters, 2024 (1 Citation)
7️⃣ 2D Halide Perovskites for Resistive Switching Memory & SynapsesAdvanced Science, 2024 (6 Citations)
8️⃣ Phase distribution in quasi-2D perovskite films for nanosecond-pumped ASEScience China Materials, 2024 (2 Citations)
9️⃣ Color emission manipulation in perovskites via anion exchangeAdvanced Materials, 2024 (5 Citations)
🔟 Stable MAPbI3 film construction for high-performance ASEChemical Engineering Journal, 2024 (1 Citation)

Conclusion

Dr. Dingke Zhang is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, particularly in the field of micro/nano laser materials and optoelectronics. Her groundbreaking research, high-impact publications, and prestigious awards make her highly competitive. Strengthening industry collaborations, technology commercialization, and leadership in large-scale research initiatives would further enhance her standing in global research excellence.

Jiancun Zhao | Metasurface | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Jiancun Zhao | Metasurface | Young Scientist Award

Associate researcher, Northwestern Polytechnical University, China

Jianchun Zhao is an Associate Researcher and Director of the Production Department at the Intelligent Sensor Chip Technology Research Center, Ningbo Research Institute, Northwestern Polytechnical University 🎓. He obtained his Ph.D. from Northwestern Polytechnical University 🎖️. His research expertise lies in micro-nano optical imaging devices, all-solid-state flexible electrochromic devices, and MEMS sensor fabrication technologies 🔬. He has published 11 papers in top journals, including Advanced Science, Advanced Optical Materials, and Optics Letters 📚. Additionally, he has applied for 30 patents (18 authorized), including 17 invention patents and 13 utility model patents 🏅. His pioneering work contributes to next-generation optical imaging, sensing, and nanotechnology applications 🚀.

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Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Engineering – Northwestern Polytechnical University (Year Not Specified) 🏅Specialized in Micro-Nano Optical Imaging, Electrochromic Devices, and MEMS Sensors 🔬Conducted advanced research in spectral filter chips and visible wide-band absorbers 📡Trained in integrated circuit design and semiconductor material processing ⚙️Developed expertise in flexible electronic materials and photonic devices 💡

Experience 👨‍🔬

Associate Researcher & Director, Intelligent Sensor Chip Technology Research Center, Ningbo Research Institute, Northwestern Polytechnical University (Present) 🏛️Leads R&D in micro-nano optical imaging, electrochromic devices, and MEMS sensors 🔬Collaborates with academic institutions and industries on semiconductor technologies 🤝Has published 11 papers in high-impact journals 📚Applied for 30 patents, with 18 already authorized 📜

Awards and Honors 🏆

Recognized expert in micro-nano optical imaging and MEMS sensors 🏅Holds 17 invention patents and 13 utility model patents 🔬Published in Advanced Science, Optics Letters, and Applied Physics Letters 📖Invited speaker at leading optical and materials science conferences 🎤Contributor to next-gen sensor chip and photonic material innovations 💡

Research Focus 🔍

Micro-Nano Optical Imaging Devices – Spectral filter chips, wide-band absorbers 🎥All-Solid-State Flexible Electrochromic Devices – Smart glass, energy-efficient displays 🔋MEMS Sensor Fabrication Technologies – Miniaturized high-precision sensors ⚙️Semiconductor Photonic Integration – Next-gen optical and electronic circuits 💡Patents & Commercialization – Bridging academia and industry for innovative applications 🚀

Publications

Flexible dynamic structural color based on an ultrathin asymmetric Fabry-Perot cavity with phase-change material for temperature perception

Lithography-free flexible perfect broadband absorber in visible light based on an all-dielectric multilayer structure

 

Conclusion:

Jianchun Zhao is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award, given his outstanding contributions to micro-nano optics, MEMS sensor fabrication, and electrochromic devices. His impressive publication record, patent portfolio, and leadership role make him a strong contender. Strengthening international collaboration, securing large-scale funding, and expanding public engagement would further solidify his profile as a leading young scientist in the field.

Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

Prof. Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

Prof.Emeritus at Interaction light/particles, France

Gérard Gouesbet (b. 1947) is a Professor Emeritus at INSA Rouen, France, known for his pioneering work in generalized Lorenz-Mie theory (GLMT) and laser-light interactions with particles. He has contributed extensively to optics, scattering theory, and computational physics, with over five decades of research and academic excellence. Gouesbet has held prestigious positions in French and international universities, authored influential publications, and played a key role in advancing particle-scattering methodologies. His work has gained global recognition, making him a highly cited researcher in applied optics and aerosol physics.

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🎓 Education

1977 – State Doctorate in Physics, Rouen University 1973 – PhD in Physics, Rouen University  1971 – Master’s in Physics, Rouen University  1970 – Bachelor in Physics, Rouen University  1969 – Licence in Physics & Physico-Chemistry, Rouen University 🏫

👨‍🏫 Experience

2007-Present – Professor Emeritus, INSA Rouen  2001-2007 – Exceptional Class Professor (2nd Level), Rouen University  1997-2001 – Exceptional Class Professor (1st Level), Rouen University  1983-2003 – Founder & Director, LESP Laboratory  1975-1983 – CNRS Researcher & Postdoc at Imperial College & Sheffield University 1968-1971 – Boarding-School Master, Rouen University 🏫

🏆 Awards & Honors

Top 2% Most Cited Researchers (Stanford/Elsevier)  Knight of Academic Palms (France)  Gold Medallion – Wroclaw University (1995)  Van de Hulst Award (2020)  IAAM Award Lecture (2019) Honorary Professor – China 🇨🇳 Best Paper Awards – JOSA, Xidian University, Applied Optics 🏅 Outstanding Reviewer – Optics Communications, JQSRT (2016-2018)

🔬 Research Focus

Generalized Lorenz-Mie Theory (GLMT) for light scattering  Laser-light interactions with particles in fluid and aerosol systems 🔬 Computational physics & wave scattering simulations  Optical particle characterization for biomedical & atmospheric sciences   Non-spherical particle behavior in electromagnetic fields 📡 Advancement of theoretical optics and experimental validation ⚛️

Publications 📖

Eliminating blowing-ups and evanescent waves when using the finite series technique in evaluating beam shape coefficients for some T-matrix approaches, with the example of Gaussian beams

Citations 1

Finite series approach for the calculation of beam shape coefficients in ultrasonic and other acoustic scattering

Citations 3

Conclusion

Prof. Gérard Gouesbet is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his decades of contributions, international recognition, and leadership in photonics and optical science. His research has transformed the field of laser-light interactions, making him a strong contender for this prestigious honor.