Regular biography
Shridhar Manjunath is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of PHY at The Australian National University. His research focuses on experimental photonics, with an emphasis on optical sensing and metasurfaces. He has contributed to various publications in journals such as Advanced Functional Materials and Chemical Reviews, and has presented at conferences including Frontiers in Optics + Laser Science and Pacific Rim Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics. His work explores innovative applications in optical sensing and metamaterials.
Scholar-generated biography
Shridhar Manjunath, affiliated with the Australian National University, focuses on photonics, biosensors, and metasurfaces. His research explores the development of advanced optical metasurfaces for sensing applications, including surface functionalization, resonant dielectric metagratings, and dual-region resonant metamaterials. He investigates methods to enhance optical sensing through techniques such as texturing, dielectric metagratings, and metal-organic framework decoration. His work addresses challenges in creating highly sensitive and responsive sensors for detecting volatile organic compounds, refractive index changes, and exhaled breath markers. These efforts aim to advance personalized optical sensing and improve biosensing capabilities for complex sample analysis.