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We are an interdisciplinary group based in the Physics department of King’s College London, working at the interface between nano and bio photonics. The group is led by Dr. Sasha Rakovich, who is a Royal Society University Research Fellow. Our research interests include biomimetic nanophotonic systems, nanomedicine, light-matter interactions in plasmonic systems, control of analyte motion and localization of colloidal materials. If you are interested in joining the group, check out our news page for opportunities or get in touch with us by email.

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July 2024

Exciting News: Our Research Group is going to the Advanced NanoMaterials 2024 Conference!

We are thrilled to announce that our entire research group will be attending the Advanced NanoMaterials 2024 conference in Aveiro, Portugal. This event is a fantastic opportunity for us to share our latest findings, engage with leading experts, and explore new frontiers in nanomaterials.

A special highlight of the conference will be the keynote talk delivered by Dr. Miao Zhao, who will be presenting on the crucial role of F127 as a coating copolymer for conjugated polymer nanoparticles (CPNs) in photodynamic therapy (PDT) applications — a great honour and recognition of Miao's significant contributions to the field.

Additionally, our principal investigator (Sasha) will be giving an talk on the group's pioneering research into CPNs for theranostic applications, showcasing the innovative strides we are making in this area.

Our talented PhD students will also be contributing to the conference with poster presentations. Anton Uzunoff will present his work on mixed-composition CPNs for PDT applications, while Ancin M. Devis will share her research on DEP-driven assembly of nanomaterials. These presentations highlight the diverse and cutting-edge research conducted within our group.

We are eager to engage with the scientific community at Advanced NanoMaterials 2024 and look forward to the stimulating discussions and collaborations that will arise from this esteemed gathering.

Stay tuned for updates and insights from the conference!

Our paper on using QDs as scintillators is accepted!

Our collaboration with Dr. Teppei Katori on the development of water-based scintillators using semiconductor quantum dots has finally come to fruition. Read all about our work on the IOP website.

June 2024

Best poster prize at Plasmonics Forum 2024!

A photo of Sasha and Daria holding the prize announcement sheet

Congratualtions to Daria Panova on winning the best poster prize at the London Plasmonic Forum 2024! At the Forum, Daria presented a poster on her PhD project, which focuses on the development of hybrid plasmonic/conjugated polymer nanoparticles for photocatalytic applications. Daria is funded by the CPLAS programme grant (EPSRC), which you can learn more about here.

May 2024

International Day of Light 2024 celebrations

A photo of people looking at the exhibits displayed during IDL2024 event

On May 16, 2024, the Physics Department of King's College London celebrated the International Day of Light with the "Transcending Invisible" project - a unique collaboration between scientists and artists. This event featured engaging talks and exhibits that highlighted the multifaceted nature of light, from cutting-edge photonics research to immersive light installations. The initiative underscores the power of interdisciplinary collaboration in exploring and appreciating the complexities of light. For more information about the project and future events, visit Transcending The Invisible website.