Lucien Mandeng Mandeng | Nonlinear Optics | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Lucien Mandeng Mandeng | Nonlinear Optics | Young Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer |  National Advanced School of Engineering University of Yaoundé | Cameroon

Lucien Mandeng Mandeng is a distinguished Cameroonian physicist and Senior Lecturer at the National Advanced School of Engineering, University of Yaoundé I. In Yaoundé, Cameroon, Lucien has made significant contributions to the field of nonlinear optics. His research focuses on highly dispersive and nonlinear media, particularly investigating linear and nonlinear effects in optical systems. Lucien’s work has been recognized globally, and he has presented at various international conferences. He is an active member of the OSA/OPTICA Foundation and has organized scientific activities, including training sessions on computer-assisted scientific calculation software MAPLE for undergraduate students ¹ ².

Professional Profile

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Education 

Ph.D. in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences  – Master Pro. I.S.M.C: University of Amiens/Picardie/Jules Verne (France)  – Advanced Studies in Physics (Master’s Science with thesis in Physics): University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences – Master in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences – Bachelor’s degree in Physics: University of Yaoundé I, Faculty of Sciences  – Baccalaureate diploma in Mathematics and Physical Sciences: Government High School of Ngambè.

Experience

Senior Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering  – Permanent Assistant Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering  – Temporary Assistant Lecturer: University of Yaoundé I/National Advanced School of Engineering  and National Advanced School of Posts and Telecommunications of Yaoundé- Teacher of Physics, Chemistry, and Technologies: Bilingual Government High School of Etoug-Ebe and Government High School of Massok/Song Loulou.

Research Focus 

Lucien’s research focuses on nonlinear optics, particularly in highly dispersive and nonlinear media. He investigates linear and nonlinear effects in optical systems, including ² ³: – Airy Pulse Dynamics: studying the behavior of Airy pulses in optical systems – Supercontinuum Generation: exploring the generation of supercontinuum in various optical waveguides – Modulational Instability: analyzing the instability of optical pulses in nonlinear media

Publication Top Notes

1. “Using the time-transformation approach to generate free ballistic acceleration and inversion of the Airy pulse in dynamic optical media”
2. “Asymmetric Airy pulse inversion in a semiconductor optical amplifier under third-order dispersion”
3. “Third-order and quartic dispersions inducing Airy pulse regeneration in optical fiber links”
4. “Heat transfer software for local materials in Cameroon (HTSLM 1.0): simplified building energy software based on local realities”
5. “Supercontinuum generation of Airy pulses in a silicon-on-insulator optical waveguide including third-harmonic generation and negative-frequency Kerr terms”

Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

Prof.Emeritus at Interaction light/particles, France

Gérard Gouesbet (b. 1947) is a Professor Emeritus at INSA Rouen, France, known for his pioneering work in generalized Lorenz-Mie theory (GLMT) and laser-light interactions with particles. He has contributed extensively to optics, scattering theory, and computational physics, with over five decades of research and academic excellence. Gouesbet has held prestigious positions in French and international universities, authored influential publications, and played a key role in advancing particle-scattering methodologies. His work has gained global recognition, making him a highly cited researcher in applied optics and aerosol physics.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

1977 – State Doctorate in Physics, Rouen University 1973 – PhD in Physics, Rouen University  1971 – Master’s in Physics, Rouen University  1970 – Bachelor in Physics, Rouen University  1969 – Licence in Physics & Physico-Chemistry, Rouen University 🏫

👨‍🏫 Experience

2007-Present – Professor Emeritus, INSA Rouen  2001-2007 – Exceptional Class Professor (2nd Level), Rouen University  1997-2001 – Exceptional Class Professor (1st Level), Rouen University  1983-2003 – Founder & Director, LESP Laboratory  1975-1983 – CNRS Researcher & Postdoc at Imperial College & Sheffield University 1968-1971 – Boarding-School Master, Rouen University 🏫

🏆 Awards & Honors

Top 2% Most Cited Researchers (Stanford/Elsevier)  Knight of Academic Palms (France)  Gold Medallion – Wroclaw University (1995)  Van de Hulst Award (2020)  IAAM Award Lecture (2019) Honorary Professor – China 🇨🇳 Best Paper Awards – JOSA, Xidian University, Applied Optics 🏅 Outstanding Reviewer – Optics Communications, JQSRT (2016-2018)

🔬 Research Focus

Generalized Lorenz-Mie Theory (GLMT) for light scattering  Laser-light interactions with particles in fluid and aerosol systems 🔬 Computational physics & wave scattering simulations  Optical particle characterization for biomedical & atmospheric sciences   Non-spherical particle behavior in electromagnetic fields 📡 Advancement of theoretical optics and experimental validation ⚛️

Publications 📖

Eliminating blowing-ups and evanescent waves when using the finite series technique in evaluating beam shape coefficients for some T-matrix approaches, with the example of Gaussian beams

Citations 1

Finite series approach for the calculation of beam shape coefficients in ultrasonic and other acoustic scattering

Citations 3

Conclusion

Prof. Gérard Gouesbet is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his decades of contributions, international recognition, and leadership in photonics and optical science. His research has transformed the field of laser-light interactions, making him a strong contender for this prestigious honor.