Dr. Sara Gholinezhad Shafagh | Optoelectronics | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Sara Gholinezhad Shafagh, Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran
Dr. Sara Gholinezhad Shafagh is a postdoctoral researcher specializing in electronics and optics at Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran. She has distinguished herself in the academic field with several highly-regarded publications in peer-reviewed journals. Her innovative research includes the design and simulation of plasmonic sensors and photonic devices aimed at improving technical performance in various applications. Dr. Shafagh has a robust academic background, consistently ranking among the top of her class, and has been recognized for her contributions to electronics and optics through her role as an advisor and reviewer. With a strong focus on plasmonic technologies and MEMS systems, she continues to make strides in both research and academia.
Educational Details:
Dr. Sara Gholinezhad Shafagh received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran, in 2021, specializing in the Electronics-Optics field. Her dissertation, titled “Analysis, Design and Simulation of Hybrid Plasmonic Photonic Crystal Waveguides,” was graded as excellent. She also completed her M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Electronics-MEMS field) at the same institution in 2014, with a thesis titled “A New Analytical Model of Pull-in Voltage for Fully-Clamped Capacitive Diaphragm in MEMS Technology,” receiving another excellent grade. Dr. Shafagh earned her B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering in 2010, where she developed a controllable power supply using AVR microcontrollers. She consistently excelled academically, achieving top ranks in her classes and earning distinctions throughout her studies, including ranking 1st among all Ph.D. electronics students at Amirkabir University.
Professional Experience
Dr. Shafagh is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at Amirkabir University of Technology, where she focuses on plasmonic sensors with high sensitivity. During her Ph.D., she gained experience as a teaching advisor, supervising three M.Sc. students working on advanced topics in plasmonics. She has been an active participant in various international academic workshops, such as the International Winter School of Logistics and the International Winter School of Applied Color Science. In addition to her research, she has served as a reviewer for several prestigious journals and conferences. In 2019, she was accepted as a visiting researcher at the University of Waterloo. Her professional journey reflects a strong commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of electronics and optics.
Research Interest
Dr. Shafagh’s research interests include plasmonic photonic crystal waveguides, MEMS technology, plasmonic sensors, and all-optical switches. She is particularly focused on the design, analysis, and simulation of plasmonic and photonic devices with enhanced technical specifications, applying her expertise to fields such as cancer detection and infrared plasmonic filters. Her work also extends to MEMS variable capacitors and hybrid nanostructures, contributing to advancements in quantum electronics and photonics.
Top Notable Publications
“Ultra-high-sensitive plasmonic sensor based on asymmetric hexagonal nano-ring resonator for cancer detection”
Authors: Shafagh, S.G., Kaatuzian, H.
Journal: Heliyon
Year: 2024
Volume/Issue: 10(14)
Article ID: e34439
Citations: 1
“Design and Analysis of Infrared Tunable All-Optical Filters Based on Plasmonic Hybrid Nanostructure Using Periodic Nanohole Arrays”
Authors: Shafagh, S.G., Kaatuzian, H., Danaie, M.
Journal: Plasmonics
Year: 2022
Volume/Issue: 17(2)
Pages: 693–708
Citations: 5
“Design of a plasmonic MIM filter based on ring resonator incorporating circular air holes”
Authors: Shafagh, S.G., Kaatuzian, H., Danaie, M.
Conference: 29th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering (ICEE 2021)
Year: 2021
Pages: 51–55
Citations: 1
“A highly sensitive tunable filter using hybrid 1-D photonic crystal and plasmonic MIM waveguide”
Authors: Shafagh, S.G., Kaatuzian, H., Danaie, M.
Journal: Optik
Year: 2021
Volume: 228
Article ID: 166174
Citations: 18
“Analysis, design and simulation of MIM plasmonic filters with different geometries for technical parameters improvement”
Authors: Shafagh, S.G., Kaatuzian, H., Danaie, M.
Journal: Communications in Theoretical Physics
Year: 2020
Volume/Issue: 72(8)
Article ID: 085502
Citations: 19
Conclusion
Dr. SG Shafagh’s outstanding academic performance, groundbreaking research projects, significant publications, and active mentoring roles make him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to the fields of electronics and optics, particularly in plasmonic sensors and photonic crystal waveguides, position him as an innovative leader and an inspiring researcher in his domain.