Mena Gadalla
About Mena Gadalla
Mena Gadalla is a Photonics Design Physicist with a Ph.D. in Physics/Applied Physics from Harvard University. They have expertise in nanofabrication and numerical analysis, and currently work at Lightmatter after a previous internship at Lam Research.
Work at Lightmatter
Mena Gadalla has been employed at Lightmatter as a Photonics Design Physicist since 2021. In this role, Gadalla applies expertise in nanofabrication and quantum optics to develop advanced photonic technologies. The position involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to innovate solutions that leverage the unique properties of light in computing and communications.
Education and Expertise
Mena Gadalla holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics/Applied Physics from Harvard University, where studies were completed from 2016 to 2021. Prior to this, Gadalla earned a Master of Science (MS) in Computational Science from the Institute for Applied Computational Science at Harvard University, studying from 2014 to 2016. This educational background provides a strong foundation in numerical analysis and simulations, essential for advancements in applied physics.
Background
Mena Gadalla has a background that includes a significant internship at Lam Research as a Process Engineer Intern in 2020. This experience contributed to practical knowledge in engineering processes and further developed skills relevant to the field of photonics. Gadalla's academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to the study and application of physics in technology.
Achievements
Mena Gadalla has published research papers in peer-reviewed journals, which have collectively received over 200 citations. This body of work demonstrates contributions to the fields of nanofabrication, silicon photonics, and quantum optics. The research efforts indicate a significant impact on the scientific community and advancements in applied physics.