Timo Lipka

Dr. Timo Lipka, currently serving as a Junior Research Group Leader at the Institute of Microsystems Technology at the Technische Universität Hamburg, is a dedicated researcher in the field of photonics. Dr. Lipka's academic journey began with the completion of his diploma in Electrical Engineering at the Technische Universität Hamburg in 2008, followed by his doctoral studies at the same institution, culminating in a distinguished PhD in 2015. Since then, he has embarked on a fruitful career path, holding various research positions within the institute, including a postdoctoral position, and now leading his own junior research group focused on photonics. Dr. Lipka's research contributions span a wide range of topics in photonics, with a particular emphasis on photonic integrated circuit components and optofluidic lab-on-chip devices. His expertise is evident in his numerous publications in esteemed journals such as IEEE Photonics Technology Letters and Photonics Research. Dr. Lipka's dedication to both research and mentorship is underscored by his active involvement in supervising numerous student theses and his role as a reviewer for various prestigious scientific journals. His contributions to the field have been recognized with several awards and honors, including selected publications in the Virtual Journal for Biomedical Optics and Research Highlights in Nature Photonics. Through his innovative research and commitment to advancing photonics technology, Dr. Lipka continues to make significant contributions to the academic community and the broader field of microsystems technology.