Prof. Dr. Vladislav Yakovlev | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Texas A&M University | United States

Dr. Vladislav V. Yakovlev is a University Professor at Texas A&M University, with joint appointments in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Physics & Astronomy. A globally recognized expert in optical spectroscopy, imaging, and quantum biophotonics, he has received numerous prestigious awards, including the SPIE Harold E. Edgerton Award (2021) and the William E. Lamb Medal (2015). His work bridges fundamental science and biomedical applications.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

1. Outstanding Research Contributions

   • High-impact publications (223+ journal articles) in prestigious journals (PNAS, ACS Photonics, Nature Methods, etc.).

   • Citations: 10,216 (h-index = 55, Google Scholar, Oct. 2024), demonstrating broad influence.

   • Interdisciplinary expertise in biomedical optics, Raman spectroscopy, machine learning, quantum biophysics, and photonics.

2. Major Awards & Recognitions

   • SPIE Harold E. Edgerton Award (2021) – A top honor in high-speed optics.

   • William E. Lamb Medal (2015) – Recognized for laser physics and quantum optics.

   • Fellowships in multiple elite societies (APS, SPIE, Optica, AIMBE) – Indicating peer recognition.

   • TEES Genesis & Impact Awards (2022-2024) – Highlighting institutional leadership.

3. Extensive Funding & Leadership in Research

   • Secured >$30M in competitive grants (NIH, NSF, DOD, AFOSR, NASA).

   • Current projects include quantum biology, AI-augmented Raman microscopy, and Brillouin imaging – Cutting-edge, high-impact areas.

   • Collaborations with national labs (Argonne, AFRL) and international institutions (Brazil, China, EU).

4. Mentorship & Academic Leadership

   • Supervised 29 PhD, 4 MS students and numerous undergraduates/postdocs.

   • Students placed in top institutions (Duke, AFRL, Raytheon, NRC fellowships).

   • Faculty mentoring (5 junior faculty) and leadership in university committees.

5. Service to Scientific Community

   • Editorial roles (Advanced Photonics, Optica, Journal of Biomedical Optics).

   • Grant reviewer for NSF, NIH, DOD, ERC, etc. – Trusted as an evaluator of cutting-edge science.

   • Conference organization (CLEO, SPIE, ICO) – Strengthening global research networks.

Education 🎓

• Ph.D. in Quantum Electronics (1990), Moscow State University, Russia.

• M.S. in Physics (1987), Moscow State University, Russia.

• Honors: Lenin Fellowship (USSR’s most prestigious award), Khokhlov Fellowship.

Experience 💼

• Professor, Texas A&M University (2012–Present).

• Professor, University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (2007–2011).

• Visiting Professor at Osaka University (Japan), Zhejiang University (China), and A*STAR (Singapore).

• Postdoctoral Researcher, UC San Diego (1992–1998).

• Laser Engineer, Novatec Laser Systems (1992).

Research Interests On Engineering 🔍

• Raman/Brillouin spectroscopy & imaging for biomedical diagnostics.

• Machine learning for optical signal analysis.

• Quantum optics in biological systems.

• Nonlinear microscopy and remote sensing.

Awards 🏆

• SPIE Harold E. Edgerton Award (2021).

• William E. Lamb Medal for Laser Physics (2015).

• Fellow of APS, AIMBE, SPIE, Optica.

• TEES Research Impact Award (2023).

Publications 📜

1. Highly Sensitive, Low‐Cost Deep‐UV Resonant Raman Microspectroscopy Systems

• Authors: Joseph Harrington, Vsevolod Cheburkanov, Mykyta Kizilov, Ilya Kulagin, Georgi I. Petrov, Vladislav V. Yakovlev

• Publication Year: 2025

• Journal: Chemistry–Methods

• DOI: 10.1002/cmtd.202500006

2. Dynamics of CH/n Hydrogen Bond Networks Probed by Time-Resolved CARS Spectroscopy

• Authors: Hanlin Zhu, Xinyu Deng, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Delong Zhang

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Chemical Science

• DOI: 10.1039/D4SC03985H

3. Hyper-Raman Spectroscopy of Biomolecules

• Authors: Christopher B. Marble, Kassie S. Marble, Ethan B. Keene, Georgi I. Petrov, Vladislav V. Yakovlev

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: The Analyst

• DOI: 10.1039/D3AN00641G

4. Studying Quasi-Parametric Amplifications: From Multiple PT-Symmetric Phase Transitions to Non-Hermitian Sensing

• Authors: Xiaoxiong Wu, Kai Bai, Penghong Yu, Zhaohui Dong, Yanyan He, Jingui Ma, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Meng Xiao, Xianfeng Chen, Luqi Yuan

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: ACS Photonics

• DOI: 10.1021/acsphotonics.4c01071

5. Harnessing Quantum Light for Microscopic Biomechanical Imaging of Cells and Tissues

• Authors: Tian Li, Vsevolod Cheburkanov, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Girish S. Agarwal, Marlan O. Scully

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

• DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2413938121

6. Pixel-Level Classification of Pigmented Skin Cancer Lesions Using Multispectral Autofluorescence Lifetime Dermoscopy Imaging

• Authors: Priyanka Vasanthakumari, Renan A. Romano, Ramon G. T. Rosa, Ana G. Salvio, Vladislav Yakovlev, Cristina Kurachi, Jason M. Hirshburg, Javier A. Jo

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Biomedical Optics Express

• DOI: 10.1364/BOE.523831

7. A Novel Non‐Destructive Rapid Tool for Estimating Amino Acid Composition and Secondary Structures of Proteins in Solution

• Authors: Narangerel Altangerel, Benjamin W. Neuman, Philip R. Hemmer, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Alexei V. Sokolov, Marlan O. Scully

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Small Methods

• DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202301191

8. Brillouin Microscopy Monitors Rapid Responses in Subcellular Compartments

• Authors: Zachary N. Coker, Maria Troyanova-Wood, Zachary A. Steelman, Bennett L. Ibey, Joel N. Bixler, Marlan O. Scully, Vladislav V. Yakovlev

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: PhotoniX

• DOI: 10.1186/s43074-024-00123-w

9. Photodynamic Treatment of Malignant Melanoma with Structured Light: In Silico Monte Carlo Modeling

• Authors: Alexander Doronin, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Vanderlei S. Bagnato

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Biomedical Optics Express

• DOI: 10.1364/BOE.515962

10. Time-Resolved Vibrational Dynamics: Novel Opportunities for Sensing and Imaging

• Authors: Hanlin Zhu, Bo Chen, Vladislav V. Yakovlev, Delong Zhang

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Talanta

• DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2023.125046

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Yakovlev’s pioneering work in biophotonics and quantum imaging has advanced biomedical diagnostics and high-speed optical technologies. His leadership in mentoring 29+ Ph.D. students and securing competitive grants (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOD) underscores his impact. His interdisciplinary approach continues to push boundaries in optical sensing and AI-driven spectroscopy.