{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"632nm","title":"Optical Metatronics: Nader Engheta on Electromagnetics and Scientific Curiosity","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/b9c76b94\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":6888,"description":"In this episode of the 632nm podcast, Nader Engheta shares his journey and experiences within the field of electromagnetics, from his early days at the University of Tehran and Caltech, to his current research in optical metatronics and nonlinear dynamics. \nHe discusses the importance of motivation and curiosity in scientific research, the potential of optics in AI, and the exciting new possibilities for combining knowledge from different fields. Engheta also touches on his experiences in industry, interdisciplinary teaching, and offers advice to young researchers.\n02:19 Fascination with Electromagnetics\n03:14 Journey from Tehran to Caltech\n05:39 Exploring Chirality and Metamaterials\n08:21 Innovations in Polarization Imaging\n36:12 Exploring Antennas and Metatronics\n36:46 Dream Job in the Tech Industry\n37:24 Optics and Artificial Intelligence\n39:44 Brain Waves and Neuroscience\n53:20 Optical Computing vs. Electronics\n01:15:55 Exploring Optical and Electronic Constraints\n01:17:47 Optical Computing: Efficiency and Challenges\n01:20:58 Historical Insights and Modern Applications\n01:26:20 Nonlinearity in Optical Systems\n01:32:59 Future Directions and Advice for Young Researchers\nFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL:\nTwitter @ https://x.com/632nmPodcast\nSubstack: https://632nmpodcast.substack.com/\nMichael Dubrovsky @ https://x.com/MikeDubrovsky\nMisha Shalaginov @ https://x.com/MYShalaginov\nXinghui Yin @ https://x.com/XinghuiYin\nSUBSCRIBE:\nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/632nm/id1751170269\nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4aVH9vT5qp5UUUvQ6Uf6OR\nWEBSITE:\nhttps://www.632nm.com","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/GydlQqnUybBqv7mvA947eCIsz_CyOG8rEnboLv3Hs_I/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yOGMz/YTliMThlODIyYzYw/OGVjOWNiZWNlNmQ1/ZmQ0Ni5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}