Post doc at Shenzhen University, China
Dr. Sadaf Saeed is a highly accomplished researcher specializing in applied physics, nanotechnology, and advanced laser-based micro/nanofabrication. She is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, China, focusing on femtosecond laser-driven two-photon polymerization for fiber Bragg grating applications. She earned her Ph.D. in Physics (Electronics) from Changchun University of Science and Technology, China, with a thesis on multifunctional nanostructured surfaces via laser interference lithography and metal-assisted chemical etching. With experience as Head of the Physics Department at Legend Institute, Pakistan, and as a lecturer at NFC Institute of Engineering and Technology, she blends teaching and high-impact research. She has published in leading journals such as Applied Optics, Nanotechnology, Langmuir, and Applied Surface Science. Dr. Saeed is a recipient of multiple scholarships and awards and actively contributes to global R&D projects in micro/nano manufacturing and surface engineering.
Author Profile
Education
Dr. Sadaf Saeed holds a Postdoctoral fellowship in Physics from Shenzhen University. She completed her Ph.D. in Physics (Electronics) at Changchun University of Science and Technology, China, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Zuobin Wang, with a focus on micro/nanostructured surfaces fabricated via laser techniques. She earned her M.Phil. in Physics and B.Sc. in Physics from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan, where she ranked among the top students. Her M.Phil. thesis focused on the structural and electrical properties of metal-polymer composites. She also holds an F.Sc. in General Science and Matriculation in Science from BISE Multan. Throughout her academic journey, she pursued rigorous coursework in classical mechanics, electronics, material science, computational physics, and solid-state physics, building a solid foundation for interdisciplinary research in nanotechnology, optics, and material characterization.
Experience
Dr. Sadaf Saeed has over seven years of progressive experience in academic research and teaching. Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Shenzhen University, China. She worked as a researcher at the International Research Centre for Nano Handling and Manufacturing, Changchun, China, contributing to international nanofabrication projects. Previously, she served as Head of the Physics Department at Legend Institute of Management Sciences, Multan, where she managed curriculum development, academic planning, and student mentoring. She worked as a Physics Lecturer at NFC Institute of Engineering and Technology, teaching core physics courses. She has significant lab experience in material simulations, spectroscopy, and nanostructure characterization using advanced tools like SEM, TEM, AFM, and FDTD. She is also skilled in MATLAB, COMSOL, VASP, OriginPro, and other simulation environments, making her a versatile researcher capable of both theoretical and experimental work.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Sadaf Saeed has received several awards and honors in recognition of her academic and research excellence. She was selected for the Best Student Paper Award at the IEEE 3M-NANO 2023 Conference in Chengdu, China. She was a recipient of the Chinese Government Scholarship for her Ph.D. studies (2019–2023). During her M.Phil. program, she ranked among the top three students in her department. She has actively participated in major international conferences, including the IEEE 3M-NANO 2022 & 2023, the Asian VCSEL Day 2023, the 11th International Conference on Information Optics and Photonics (Xian, China), and AOPC 2019. Her patent on femtosecond laser fabrication for fiber Bragg grating applications further demonstrates her innovation. Additionally, she has contributed to several high-impact national and international R&D projects, including China’s “111” Project, Horizon Europe’s L4DNANO, and Jilin Provincial Science and Technology initiatives.
Research Focus
Dr. Sadaf Saeed’s research bridges the disciplines of surface engineering, laser physics, and nanotechnology. Her primary focus is on the fabrication of multifunctional micro/nanostructured surfaces using Laser Interference Lithography (LIL) and Metal-Assisted Chemical Etching (MACE). She explores their applications in antireflection, superhydrophobicity, enhanced wettability, and SERS. In her postdoctoral work, she investigates femtosecond laser-driven two-photon polymerization techniques for phase mask fabrication in fiber Bragg grating systems, targeting high-precision optical device manufacturing. She is proficient in computational simulations such as FDTD, DFT, COMSOL, and VASP, applying them to optimize structures before fabrication. Her work also intersects optics, materials characterization, and electrical properties of nano-interfaces, contributing to the next generation of functional surfaces and optical components. She collaborates across international labs and contributes to major global initiatives, including the Horizon Europe L4DNANO project and National R&D Programs of China, emphasizing interdisciplinary, solution-oriented research.
Publications
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Optimizing broadband antireflection with Au micropatterns: a combined FDTD simulation and two-beam LIL approach – Applied Optics (2024)
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Hierarchical and Gradient Si Nano Wires-holes Arrays by LIL and MACE – IEEE 3M-NANO Conference Proceedings (2022)
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Si Nanowires-holes Arrays with Enhanced Wettability – IEEE 3M-NANO Conference Proceedings (2023)
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Synergistic Antireflection and SERS Enhancement in Hybrid Silicon Nanowires by LIL and MACE – Springer Journal of Materials Science (Accepted)
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Design and Fabrication of Silicon Micro Rings Using FDTD and Laser Interference Lithography and SERS Properties – Journal of Optics (Accepted)
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Integration of Three-Beam Laser Interference Lithography and Metal Assisted Chemical Etching… – Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures (Accepted)
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Advanced Femtosecond Laser-Driven Two-Photon Polymerization Technique for Phase Mask Fabrication – US Patent, Shenzhen University
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Laser Interference Lithography—A Method for the Fabrication of Controlled Periodic Structures – Nanomaterials (2023)
Conclusion
Dr. Sadaf Saeed presents a compelling profile with a clear research focus, international recognition, and a strong record of academic output. Her contributions to micro/nanostructure fabrication, laser technologies, and optical device engineering are valuable to both scientific advancement and real-world applications.