ALAA AL-KADRY
Montreal,canada
Summary
Experienced Principal Scientist with a strong background in ultrafast fiber laser systems, specializing in their applications within the fields of life sciences, micromachining, and medical technology. Demonstrated commitment to innovation, evidenced by multiple patents on ultrafast fiber lasers and notable contributions to optical fiber fabrication. Possess extensive expertise in nonlinear optics and advanced amplification techniques for laser technology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Scientist – Ultrafast Lasers
MPB Communications
12.2019 - Current
- Lead research on lasers for micromachining, quantum computing, and medical uses
- Manage fiber laser projects, ensuring budget and timeline adherence
- Mentor junior scientists, fostering technical growth and innovation
- Represent the company at industry events, enhancing corporate visibility
- Collaborate with academia to advance laser technology applications
Research Scientist – Ultrafast Fiber Lasers
MPB Communications
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Enhanced laser designs for better system efficiency and performance
- Improved fiber laser precision and functionality through prototyping
- Ensured high-quality laser components with thorough characterization
- Facilitated smooth model transitions to manufacturing with engineering
- Proposed viable solutions to meet customer specifications effectively
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
McGill University
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Designed compact fiber lasers and mid-infrared light sources
- Mentored graduate students and assisted in research projects related to fiber and laser development
- Fabricated and tested chalcogenide fiber with micro dimensions for spectroscopy applications
- Utilized MATLAB for modeling light behavior in optical fibers
Education
PhD - Photonics – Electrical Engineering
McGill University
01.2014
Master of Science - Physics
University of Waterloo
01.2009
Bachelor's Degree - Physics
Beirut Arab University
01.2006
Skills
- Designing ultrafast fiber lasers
- Fabricating and characterizing optical fibers
- Modeling nonlinear fiber optics phenomena
- Optical fiber amplifiers
- Pulse compression
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Critical thinking
- Project management experience
- Product development experience
Patents
- Femtosecond Laser Source and Multiphoton Microscope, US Patent 10,862,263
- Figure Eight Laser, US Patent 11,482,827
Publications
Authored 25 research papers on optical fibers and lasers., Optical fibers with micro dimensions for soliton frequency shifting and supercontinuum generation, Ultrafast fiber lasers, Multi-wavelength fiber lasers and amplifiers
Academic project collaborations
- Imperial College London, Ongoing research collaboration on advanced laser technologies, including a grant for ultrafast tunable fiber lasers for multiphoton microscopy., 01/2024
- Mitacs Postdoc Program, Current industrial collaborator on two grants, mentoring postdoctoral fellows in laser research., 01/2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Principal Scientist – Ultrafast Lasers
MPB Communications
12.2019 - Current
Research Scientist – Ultrafast Fiber Lasers
MPB Communications
12.2015 - 12.2019
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
McGill University
05.2014 - 11.2015
Master of Science - Physics
University of Waterloo
Bachelor's Degree - Physics
Beirut Arab University
PhD - Photonics – Electrical Engineering
McGill University
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