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NanoBioPhotonics

We study light-matter interactions in bio-inspired nanomaterials to engineer photonic properties and develop tools for energy, dynamics and structural analysis.

Our Research


Our research explores fundamental light-matter interactions across the length scales of biological self-assembly processes: from individual molecules, via nanoscopic structures to cells and cell-assemblies. We investigate and engineer bio-inspired (nano)materials and technologies with advanced photonic characteristics, such as nonlinear, topological, and quantum properties and lasing. Our focus lies on understanding how emergent properties, like chirality, topology, or lasing, are transferred across different self-assembly levels. We develop new light-based analytical equipment that can reveal the energy states, ultrafast charge-transfer dynamics, and geometrical configuration of bio/nano building blocks. Our mission is to deliver impactful research and foster strategic industrial collaborations to advance cutting-edge bio-photonic technologies.

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Artist's impressino of molecules and scattered light. Image credit: Ventsislav Valev, Kylian Valev, Eva Valev, Robin

People and Research

Learn more about the research activities of our staff, research associates and PhD students.

Join Us

Join us as a PhD student or member of staff. Interested students can either contact academic staff directly or see our projects on FindaPhD.com.


Physics PhD projects on FindaPhD.com

PhD student in the lab

We offer projects over a broad spectrum of subject areas. Projects are available as part of Centres for Doctoral Training as well as on an individual basis.

News and Announcements

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Collaborations and Facilities

The NanoBioPhotonics group is part of a larger community working on Photonics and Photonic Materials at the University of Bath and more widely, and the group uses or maintains shared research facilities.


Research Outputs

Take a look at recent papers, articles and conference contributions from our staff and students on our Bath Research Portal.