Mr. Mohamed Mansour | Optical | Best Researcher Award
Mr. Mohamed Mansour, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
Mohamed Abdelsalam Mansour is a passionate photonics engineer specializing in optical MEMS, integrated photonics, and microfabrication. He is currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Optics & Photonics at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany 
. With a background in nanotechnology and nanoelectronics, he earned his B.Sc. from Zewail City of Science and Technology, Egypt. Mohamed has worked as a Research Assistant (RA) and Teaching Assistant (TA), contributing to photonics research and education. His expertise spans optical resonators, microchip development, and sensing applications, with international recognition through awards and publications 
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Professional Profile:
Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Mohamed Abdelsalam Mansour is a highly promising researcher in photonics and MEMS technology, with a strong academic foundation and research experience in optical resonators, microfabrication, and integrated optics. His work on optical MEMS microresonators for high-precision sensing applications, coupled with expertise in photonic microchip development, positions him as an outstanding candidate for a Best Researcher Award.
Education & Experience 
M.Sc. in Optics & Photonics – Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany 
(Ongoing) B.Sc. in Nanotechnology & Nanoelectronics (Photonics Concentration) – Zewail City of Science and Technology, Egypt 
(Graduated with GPA: 3.4/4.0 – Very Good) Research Assistant (RA) – Ain Shams University & Zewail City 
Teaching Assistant (TA) – Zewail City 
Expertise: Optical MEMS, photonic device modeling, optical resonators, WDM, microfabrication, nanoparticle synthesis 
Professional Development 
Mohamed actively engages in cutting-edge research in photonics and nanotechnology, contributing to advancements in optical MEMS, photonic microchips, and integrated optics 
. His expertise includes ring resonators for WDM applications, microfabrication techniques, and optical spectrum analysis . As a Teaching Assistant, he played a pivotal role in enhancing student learning through hands-on tutorials and lab demonstrations . His strong technical skills in Lumerical, MATLAB, and COMSOL support his research in photonic device design and sensing applications. With multilingual proficiency and a passion for scientific discovery, Mohamed continues to drive innovation in optical sensing and communication systems 
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Research Focus 
Mohamed’s research lies at the intersection of photonics, MEMS, and nanotechnology, with a focus on optical sensing and integrated photonic devices . He specializes in modeling and fabrication of optical MEMS microresonators, which play a crucial role in high-precision sensing applications . His work in ring resonators for wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) contributes to next-generation optical communication systems . His expertise in nanoparticle synthesis, signal processing, and microfabrication enhances the efficiency of photonics-based detection systems. By integrating MEMS technology with optical devices, Mohamed aims to develop innovative solutions for biomedical and environmental sensing applications 
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Awards & Honors
Best Researcher Award – International Research Awards on Composite Materials, 2024 
Best Paper Award – 40th National Radio Science Conference, 2023 
Scholarship for Academic Excellence – Zewail City of Science and Technology Graduation Project Excellence – “Optical MEMS Microresonator for Sensing Applications” 
Publication Top Notes:
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“On-chip Optofluidic Structure for Hormonal Detection Using Stable Fabry-Pérot Resonator” (1 citation, 2022)
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“Optical Fibers Use in On-Chip Fabry–Pérot Refractometry to Achieve High Q-Factor: Modeling and Experimental Assessment”
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“S-Matrix Analysis of Dense Wave-division Demultiplexer Based On Add/drop Ring Resonators Structures”