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Bhavin Shastri is an Associate Professor at Queen's University, specializing in the fields of photonic physics and neuromorphic computing. His research focuses on developing innovative computing systems that utilize photonic technologies to enhance signal processing, information processing, and artificial intelligence applications. Through an interdisciplinary approach, he integrates nanophotonics— the study of light at small scales — with complex systems such as neural networks. Shastri’s work explores novel substrates including compound semiconductors, silicon, and ferroelectric materials. He is known for creating photonic processors that can perform real-time applications like mathematical optimization and scientific computing. His contributions to photonic computing have garnered recognition, including the prestigious Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship and the Early Researcher Award from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in Ontario. His extensive publication record includes cutting-edge research in various high-impact scientific journals. Shastri is actively involved in mentoring graduate students and is a member of the Royal Society of Canada.
Queen's University • Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Teaching and researching in the field of photonic physics and computational systems.
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