Ultrashort laser pulses, Plasmonics, dielectric and metallic waveguides for the visible
and the near-infrared spectral region, Light-matter interaction on small spatial scales

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Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Martin Silies
AG Optoelectronics
Fachbereich Technik
Hochschule Emden/Leer
Constantiaplatz 4
26723 Emden

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I’ve always enjoyed the challenge of solving technical problems—it’s what drives me every day. I’m working on projects involving optical fibers, opto-mechanics, and the interaction of lasers with plasmonic structures. It’s a fascinating mix of theory and hands-on work that keeps me learning constantly.

My research focuses on the development and investigation of plasmonic nanostructures using focused ion beam lithography and ultrafast laser pulses – as well as optical imaging techniques, particularly full-field optical coherence tomography and digital image processing. I am driven by the potential of developing novel technologies and methods that can have a tangible impact on everyday life.

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Regarding my Bachelor’s thesis, I am currently conducting research on plasmonic microstructures. These structures are investigated using a spectroscopy setup to analyze the effects of varying geometric parameters and structural shapes. The potential applications of these plasmonic microstructures are particularly fascinating, as they could be used to develop components such as optical transistors.

I get a lot of motivation from the process of problem solving and getting to a goal through step by step improvements. That’s why I enjoy working in the field of science and engineering. In my free time I like to go bouldering, make music and play video games.

My work revolves around using an optical setup to achieve fluorescence with different samples. This topic is interesting to me because of the possibilities this work brings in the field of optoelectronics.