Yuri S. Kivshar

Papers

Total Citations

179

H-Index

About

Yuri S. Kivshar is a world-leading physicist whose research spans nonlinear optics, metamaterials, and nanophotonics, with a particular focus on the physics of light-matter interactions at the nanoscale. He is renowned for pioneering work on optical solitons, nonlinear waveguide arrays, and, more recently, the development of dielectric resonant nanostructures and metasurfaces. Among his most impactful contributions is the exploration of optical manipulation with metamaterial structures, a 2022 paper that has already garnered 179 citations, demonstrating his continued influence in advancing optical tweezers beyond conventional refractive optics. With over 70,000 total citations and an h-index exceeding 120, Kivshar’s work has fundamentally shaped modern photonics. He has received numerous accolades, including the Australian Laureate Fellowship and the Dirac Medal, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society. His research not only deepens fundamental understanding of wave phenomena but also drives practical innovations in sensing, imaging, and quantum technologies.