Dr. Christos Markos

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christos Markos received his Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in 2007 and his Master of Science with Distinction in 2008 from the University of Liverpool, specializing in Electrical Engineering and Electronics. He further pursued his doctoral studies at the National Hellenic Research Foundation in Athens, earning a Ph.D. in Optics/Optoelectronics in 2013. Markos's research interests lie broadly in photonics, particularly focusing on gas-filled hollow-core fiber lasers, chalcogenide glasses, multifunctional optical fibers, and novel neural interfaces. He has worked in prestigious research groups across the USA and Europe, contributing to the development of state-of-the-art laboratories in optical fiber synthesis and neurophotonics at DTU Fotonik. Markos is an active member of several professional societies, including the Optical Society of America, SPIE, and IEEE, and is a co-founder of NORBLIS IVS. His projects align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the application of his work in environmental sustainability and advanced optical technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Danish Technical University • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Group leader for Neural Devices & Gas Photonics, overseeing research and development in advanced photonic devices.

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.