Luis Cerdán, PhD

I am a Ramón y Cajal Fellow at the Instituto de Química Física ``Blas Cabrera'' (IQF-CSIC), with over 15 years of experience at the frontier of Nanophotonics, Laser Physics, and Molecular Materials. My research specializes in the modeling, simulation, and characterization of light-matter interactions, with a specific focus on active materials and devices. I possess a unique interdisciplinary profile that bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and experimental validation, allowing me to lead complex, cross-functional research lines and interact naturally with both pure theorists and experimentalists.

My trajectory reflects a strategic evolution from experimental physics to advanced photonic modeling. After completing my PhD at the IQF-CSIC in solid-state dye lasers, I held postdoctoral positions at leading institutions, including the IQF-CSIC, the Institut de Ciència Molecular (Universitat de València), and the Instituto de Óptica (IO-CSIC), conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Laser Physics, Quantum Chemistry, and Nanophotonics. This foundation was complemented by a specialized Master in Big Data Analytics, effectively linking Physics with Machine Learning. This path culminated in the Ramón y Cajal Fellowship, consolidating my leadership within CSIC.