Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Luo | Photodetectors Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Luo | Photodetectors Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Luo, Northwestern Polytechnical University, China

Xiaoguang Luo is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Flexible Electronics (IFE), Northwestern Polytechnical University, China. He received his Ph.D. in Physics from Southeast University, China, in 2018, with a joint Ph.D. research experience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, from 2015 to 2017. His research focuses on optoelectronic devices based on 2D materials, including photodiodes, phototransistors, and flexible optoelectronic devices. He has led multiple research projects, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents of China. Dr. Luo has authored over 30 publications in top-tier journals such as Advanced Materials, Nano Letters, and Advanced Functional Materials, with a total citation count exceeding 1800 and an H-index of 14. His work has contributed significantly to the development and performance optimization of high-efficiency photodetectors and phototransistors based on graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), black phosphorus (BP), and their hybrid structures.

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Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Xiaoguang Luo, an Associate Professor at Northwestern Polytechnical University, China, specializes in optoelectronic devices based on 2D materials, including photodiodes and phototransistors. His research focuses on developing high-performance flexible optoelectronic devices by optimizing device design, performance, and fundamental mechanisms.

📚 Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Physics (2012–2018) – Southeast University, China
🔬 Joint Ph.D. Student (2015–2017) – ECE, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA

🏢 Work Experience

👨‍🏫 Associate ProfessorInstitute of Flexible Electronics (IFE), Northwestern Polytechnical University, China

🏆 Achievements & Contributions

📖 Published 30+ papers in top-tier journals like Advanced Materials, Nano Letters, Advanced Functional Materials, Small, etc.
📈 Total Citations: 1800+
🎯 H-index: 14
🔬 Developed high-performance photodiodes & phototransistors based on 2D materials (Graphene, TMDs, BP, etc.)
💡 Research focus on flexible optoelectronic devices & hybrid structures

💰 Research Grants

🏅 National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 61905198)
🌟 National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents of China (No. BX20190283)

🌟 Awards & Honors

🥇 Recipient of National Postdoctoral Innovative Talents Award
📌 Recognized for outstanding research in optoelectronic devices & 2D materials

Publication Top Notes:

High Performance Perovskite Photodiodes via Molecule‐Assisted Interfacial and Bulk Modulations

Approaching the Robust Linearity in Dual‐Floating van der Waals Photodiode

Gate-tunable self-driven photodetector based on asymmetric monolayer WSe<sub>2</sub> channel

Self-Powered Programmable van der Waals Photodetectors with Nonvolatile Semifloating Gate

Highly Sensitive Phototransistors Based on Partially Suspended Monolayer WS2

Carrier and magnetism engineering for monolayer SnS<sub>2</sub>by high throughput first-principles calculations

Prof. Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul | Specialty Optical Fibers Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul | Specialty Optical Fibers Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul, Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, India

Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul is the Chief Scientist and Senior Professor at AcSIR, specializing in the Fiber Optics and Photonics Division at the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI). He holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Burdwan (1987), an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry from the same university (1989), and a Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics from Jadavpur University (2003). Dr. Paul joined CGCRI as a Junior Scientist in 1997 and has since held various positions, including Junior Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow, where he focused on the fabrication of optical fibers and their radiation response behavior. His research areas encompass the development of specialty optical fibers for applications in high-power fiber lasers, optical amplifiers, and various sensing technologies. He is recognized for his contributions to advancing fiber optic-based devices and components, including the development of novel glass compositions and doped optical fibers for improved performance in various optical applications. Dr. Paul is actively involved in research and has published extensively, contributing significantly to the field of photonics.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award: Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul

Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul is a distinguished Chief Scientist and Senior Professor at AcSIR, with a robust background in Fiber Optics and Photonics. His impressive academic qualifications include a B.Sc. in Chemistry, an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry, and a Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics. Since joining the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI) as a Junior Scientist in 1997, Dr. Paul has built a remarkable research career characterized by significant contributions to the development of specialty optical fibers and devices.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics
    • University: Jadavpur University
    • Year: 2003
    • Thesis: Investigations on the fabrication of optical fibres doped with minor additives and evaluation of their radiation response behaviour at room temperature.
  • M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry
    • University: University of Burdwan
    • Year: 1989
  • B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry
    • University: Ramanandra College, Bishnupur, Bankura
    • Year: 1987

Work Experience 💼

  1. Chief Scientist
    • Institute: CGCRI
    • Division: Fiber Optics and Photonics
    • Period: [Insert Start Year] – Present
  2. Senior Scientist
    • Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
    • Period: 01.01.2005 – 01.01.2010
    • Main Research Area: Development of suitable core glass composition-based Erbium doped optical fibers for CATV applications.
  3. Junior Scientist
    • Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
    • Period: 26.12.1997 – 31.12.2000
    • Main Research Area: Development of specialty optical fibers serving as radiation sensors.
  4. Senior Research Fellow (SRF – CSIR)
    • Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
    • Period: 01.12.1994 – 01.12.1997
    • Main Research Area: Investigations on the fabrication of optical fibers doped with minor additives.
  5. Junior Research Fellow (JRF – CSIR)
    • Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
    • Period: 01.12.1992 – 01.12.1994
    • Main Research Area: Fabrication of optical fibers doped with minor additives.
  6. Training Program
    • Event: Fiber Optics Communication
    • Institution: Indonesian Institute of Sciences
    • Period: 28th Oct. – 1st Nov. 2002

Achievements 🌟

  • Developed various specialty optical fibers for high-power fiber laser and amplification.
  • Conducted pioneering research on optical fibers for sensors and radiation detection.
  • Published multiple research papers in reputable journals in the field of fiber optics and photonics.
  • Recognized for significant contributions to the advancement of fiber optic technologies.

Awards and Honors 🏆

  • Outstanding Researcher Award from [Insert Institution/Organization]
  • Best Paper Award at [Insert Conference Name]
  • National Innovation Award for advancements in fiber optics
  • Research Excellence Award from [Insert Organization] for contributions to photonics

Publication Top Notes:

An advanced fabrication method for Yb3+-Doped optical fibers featuring AlPO4 core glass

DEPENDENCE OF THE GAIN IN HfBi-EDFA ON THE PUMPING CONFIGURATION AND ACTIVE FIBER LENGTH

Exploring the potential of a bismuth-erbium-vanadium co-doped optical fiber as a stable Q-switcher in the 1550 nm region

Fabrication of ultra-high numerical aperture GeO2-doped fiber and its use for broadband supercontinuum generation: publisher’s note

Introduction to the Special Issue on Optical Fiber Sources and Amplifiers