Prof. Dr. Stefan Linden is a distinguished researcher and leading authority in experimental condensed matter physics at the University of Bonn. He currently serves as Professor at the Physikalisches Institut within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, where he has established a prominent research program focused on light-matter interactions at the nanoscale. His academic career at the University of Bonn has positioned him as a key contributor to Germany's physics research landscape, with his work bridging fundamental science and technological innovation. Professor Linden maintains an active leadership role in the university's transdisciplinary research initiatives, particularly within the TRA Matter program, contributing significantly to the institution's research profile in advanced materials and photonics.
Professor Linden's pioneering research focuses on nanophotonic systems, utilizing cutting-edge nanofabrication techniques to create high-quality nanostructures for optical applications. His work on plasmonic waveguide arrays, optical antennas, and exciton-plasmon coupling in two-dimensional Van der Waals materials has significantly advanced the field of subwavelength optics and light manipulation. Through his investigations using scattering-type scanning near-field optical microscopy and ultrafast pump-probe spectroscopy, he has made substantial contributions to understanding fundamental optical phenomena in transition metal dichalcogenide monolayers. This research has led to the development of novel photonic devices with unprecedented properties, enabling new possibilities in sensing, quantum information processing, and integrated optical technologies.
As head of the Nanophotonics research group at the University of Bonn, Professor Linden has cultivated a dynamic research environment that attracts international collaborators and trains future leaders in the field of experimental physics. His teaching responsibilities include the advanced Photonics course, where he imparts knowledge of optical phenomena and nanoscale engineering to graduate students, shaping the next generation of physicists. Professor Linden continues to push the boundaries of nanophotonics through his current work on strong coupling between WS2 monolayer excitons and hybrid plasmon polaritons at room temperature, positioning his research at the forefront of developing practical nanophotonic devices with transformative potential for both fundamental science and technological applications.
