Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haiyang Wang | Fiber Sensing Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haiyang Wang, North University of China, China

Dr. Haiyang Wang is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at the School of Semiconductor and Physics, North University of China. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Ottawa, Canada, in 2023 under the mentorship of Professor Xiaoyi Bao. His research expertise lies in advanced fiber laser technologies—including random fiber lasers, ultra-narrow linewidth lasers, and mode control—as well as distributed fiber sensing using Brillouin and Rayleigh scattering and micro/nano optical fabrication techniques. Dr. Wang has published 18 peer-reviewed papers in top-tier journals such as Applied Physics Letters, Journal of Lightwave Technology, Optics Letters, and Optics Express, primarily as first or corresponding author. He has led several national-level research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and is a recipient of the China Scholarship Council Doctoral Fellowship and University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship. Additionally, he serves as Guest Editor for Micromachines and Photonics, and regularly reviews for leading journals in his field.

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Summary of Suitability – Dr. Haiyang Wang for the Best Researcher Award

Dr. Haiyang Wang is an emerging leader in the field of optoelectronics, fiber laser technology, and distributed fiber sensing. As an Associate Professor at the School of Semiconductor and Physics, North University of China, and a graduate of the University of Ottawa under the mentorship of renowned physicist Prof. Xiaoyi Bao, Dr. Wang brings a strong foundation of global academic training and research excellence.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Physics (2018–2023)
University of Ottawa, Canada
Supervisor: Prof. Xiaoyi Bao
M.S. in Physics (2015–2018)
Northeastern University, China
B.Sc. in Physics (2011–2015)
Shenyang Aerospace University, China

💼 Work Experience

Associate Professor (May 2023–Present)
School of Semiconductor and Physics, North University of China
Ph.D. Researcher (2018–2023)
University of Ottawa, Canada
Focus: Random fiber lasers, fiber sensing, nano-fabrication

🏆 Achievements

📚 18 publications in leading journals such as Applied Physics Letters, Journal of Lightwave Technology, Optics Letters, and Optics Express (as first or corresponding author)
🔬 Principal Investigator for projects under the National Natural Science Foundation of China
✍️ Guest Editor for Micromachines and Photonics
🔁 Reviewer for top journals like Optics Letters, Optics Express, and Journal of Lightwave Technology

🎖️ Awards and Honors

🥇 2018 China Scholarship Council Doctoral Fellowship
🎓 2018 University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship
🌟 Selected for the Ministry of Education’s Talent Program (China)

Publication Top Notes:

Extra-broad photonic crystal fiber refractive index sensor based on surface plasmon resonance

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Metal oxide-graphene-based quasi-D-shaped optical fiber plasmonic biosensor

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Quasi-D-shaped optical fiber plasmonic refractive index sensor

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Glucose sensor realized with photonic crystal fiber-based Sagnac interferometer

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High sensitivity refractive index sensor based on dual-core photonic crystal fiber with hexagonal lattice

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Ultra-short polarization beam splitter based on dual core photonic crystal fiber

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Tunable surface plasmon resonance polarization beam splitter based on dual-core photonic crystal fiber with magnetic fluid

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Prof. Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul, Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, India

Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul is the Chief Scientist and Senior Professor at AcSIR, specializing in the Fiber Optics and Photonics Division at the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI). He holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Burdwan (1987), an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry from the same university (1989), and a Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics from Jadavpur University (2003). Dr. Paul joined CGCRI as a Junior Scientist in 1997 and has since held various positions, including Junior Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow, where he focused on the fabrication of optical fibers and their radiation response behavior. His research areas encompass the development of specialty optical fibers for applications in high-power fiber lasers, optical amplifiers, and various sensing technologies. He is recognized for his contributions to advancing fiber optic-based devices and components, including the development of novel glass compositions and doped optical fibers for improved performance in various optical applications. Dr. Paul is actively involved in research and has published extensively, contributing significantly to the field of photonics.

Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award: Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul

Dr. Mukul Chandra Paul is a distinguished Chief Scientist and Senior Professor at AcSIR, with a robust background in Fiber Optics and Photonics. His impressive academic qualifications include a B.Sc. in Chemistry, an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry, and a Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics. Since joining the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI) as a Junior Scientist in 1997, Dr. Paul has built a remarkable research career characterized by significant contributions to the development of specialty optical fibers and devices.

Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Fiber Optics and Photonics

University: Jadavpur University
Year: 2003
Thesis: Investigations on the fabrication of optical fibres doped with minor additives and evaluation of their radiation response behaviour at room temperature.

M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry

University: University of Burdwan
Year: 1989

B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry

University: Ramanandra College, Bishnupur, Bankura
Year: 1987

Work Experience 💼

Chief Scientist

Institute: CGCRI
Division: Fiber Optics and Photonics
Period: [Insert Start Year] – Present

Senior Scientist

Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
Period: 01.01.2005 – 01.01.2010
Main Research Area: Development of suitable core glass composition-based Erbium doped optical fibers for CATV applications.

Junior Scientist

Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
Period: 26.12.1997 – 31.12.2000
Main Research Area: Development of specialty optical fibers serving as radiation sensors.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF – CSIR)

Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
Period: 01.12.1994 – 01.12.1997
Main Research Area: Investigations on the fabrication of optical fibers doped with minor additives.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF – CSIR)

Institute: Fiber Optics and Photonics Division, CGCRI
Period: 01.12.1992 – 01.12.1994
Main Research Area: Fabrication of optical fibers doped with minor additives.

Training Program

Event: Fiber Optics Communication
Institution: Indonesian Institute of Sciences
Period: 28th Oct. – 1st Nov. 2002

Achievements 🌟

Developed various specialty optical fibers for high-power fiber laser and amplification.

Conducted pioneering research on optical fibers for sensors and radiation detection.

Published multiple research papers in reputable journals in the field of fiber optics and photonics.

Recognized for significant contributions to the advancement of fiber optic technologies.

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