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Professor Marandi's research focuses on fundamental technological developments in Nonlinear Photonics, exploring the frontiers of ultrafast optics, optical frequency combs, quantum optics, and optical information processing. His team works on the realization of novel nonlinear photonic devices and systems with applications ranging from sensing to unconventional computing and information processing. The research also aims to advance the theoretical understanding of these domains. With an academic background that includes a B.S. from the University of Tehran, an M.S. from the University of Victoria, and a Ph.D. from Stanford University, he has held various positions including Visiting Associate at Caltech and Assistant Professor before becoming a full Professor in 2024.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Teaching and conducting research in electrical engineering and applied physics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Engaged in research and teaching in the field of electrical engineering.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Collaborated on research projects in electrical engineering.
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