Materials & Manufacturing topical meeting

Seminar by our visitor Assoc. Prof. Iaroslav Gnilitskyi
Lviv Polytechnic National University / King’s College London

Abstract: 

Laser-induced self-organized structures, known as LIPSS, grooves, spikes et al. represent a universal phenomenon where high-intensity laser beams interact with various materials, giving rise to periodic surface patterns far from diffraction limit. These self-organized structures, characterized by periodic nano- microstructures, emerge spontaneously and have significant attention due to their wide- ranging applications. This talk focuses on the formation mechanisms and the diverse practical applications of self-organized nano- microstructures. It will highlight applications in medicine (e.g., osteointegration of implants), energy storage (Li-ion batteries, supercapacitors), sensors, and many other fields.

Biography: 

Iaroslav Gnilitskyi is an Associate Professor at Lviv Polytechnic National University and co-founder of start-up NoviNano LTD. He got his PhD at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. His research focuses on surface modification of metals, semiconductors, and dielectrics using femtosecond laser pulses.His original development of an ultrafast technology for generating highly regular nanostructures has formed the basis of four successful European projects funded under the HORIZON 2020 and HORIZON EUROPE programmes.  In 2023, he was awarded a fellowship from the British Academy and is currently a Visiting Research Fellow at King’s College London, UK.