Mr. Renzo Loiacono

Short Biography

I have been a hardworking and disciplined student since I was 6 and I obtained excellent

results during my university education, graduating with a top performance in the shortest

time possible. I am currently involved in a Ph.D. program at University of Surrey, which is

jointly funded by IeMRC and Intel Corporation. My current research work fits in the

broader area of Silicon Photonics, with the aim of developing future integrated photonic

devices for ultrafast computing and communications. I enjoying taking challenges and

always setting higher goals, bringing my capabilities to the next level, and developing a

clear understanding of my strengths and limitations. I enjoy teamwork, especially with

more experienced people, as this motivates me to improve further. Nonetheless, I am

also used to work individually with a high degree of freedom and creativity. This is highly

required for my current research activity. I am a good communicator and I enjoy interacting constructively in a

team towards a common goal. I am a good problem solver, I manage effectively my time and personal

resources and I believe that good planning is a key aspect of any project.

Research Interests

Silicon Photonics, Optoelectronics, Defect Engineering, Bragg Gratings, Electron Beam Lithography.