Hatice Altug

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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Hatice Altug is a pioneering force in nanophotonics and biophotonics, whose work has fundamentally reshaped how light interacts with matter at the nanoscale. Her research spans optical metasurfaces, plasmonics, and label-free biosensing, with a particular focus on developing ultra-sensitive, miniaturized platforms for real-time molecular detection. Altug’s landmark contributions include the invention of nanohole array-based plasmonic sensors and the integration of metasurfaces with mid-infrared spectroscopy, enabling the rapid, non-invasive identification of proteins, viruses, and even cancer biomarkers from tiny sample volumes. Her highly cited work, including the forward-looking review “The second optical metasurface revolution: moving from science to technology” (2025, 77 citations), demonstrates her leadership in translating fundamental physics into practical, scalable devices. With over 20,000 citations and an h-index exceeding 70, Altug’s impact is profound—she has been recognized with numerous awards, including an ERC Consolidator Grant and election to the European Academy of Sciences. Her research not only advances fundamental understanding but also paves the way for next-generation diagnostic tools, environmental monitoring, and quantum photonic technologies.