Dr. Driss MOULOUA | Nanomaterials | Young Scientist Award

Postdoc, LTM/CEA-Leti, France

🌟 Driss Mouloua, a dynamic researcher in nanomaterials, optoelectronics, and nanophotonics, currently serves as a postdoctoral researcher at the CNRS Laboratory of Microelectronics Technology (LTM) at CEA/LETI, Grenoble, France. Born on July 29, 1994, in Morocco, Driss pursued his passion for science through a journey across multiple countries and prestigious institutions. With a PhD in Materials Science and Optoelectronics (2020–2023), earned through a cotutelle program between INRS in Quebec, Canada, and UPJV in Amiens, France, he specializes in nanostructures for solar energy and photocatalysis. Driss’s exceptional academic journey includes advanced degrees in renewable energy and sustainable engineering. Multilingual and equipped with expertise in advanced research tools, Driss has authored numerous high-impact publications in semiconductor physics, micro/nanofabrication, and 2D materials. With his innovative work, Driss continues to contribute to the advancement of micro-LEDs, lasers, and nanophotonic devices.

Profile

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Education 

🎓 Driss Mouloua’s educational journey reflects his dedication to cutting-edge materials science and renewable energy. He earned a PhD in Materials Science, Optoelectronics, and Photocatalysis (2020–2023) through a cotutelle program between INRS in Quebec, Canada, and UPJV in Amiens, France. His doctoral research focused on MoS₂-based nanostructures for solar energy capture and photocatalysis, under funding from Hauts-de-France and NSERC.

In 2018–2019, he completed a Master’s in Materials Processing and Engineering for Sustainable Development at Arts et Métiers ParisTech in Bordeaux-Talence, France. This followed his 2016–2018 Master’s in Renewable Energies and Storage Technologies from Mohammed V University in Rabat, Morocco. Driss also undertook specialized internships in photonic applications and radiative cooling at the University of Birmingham, UK, and UPNA, Spain. With an extensive academic foundation and global research exposure, Driss excels in advancing nanomaterials and optoelectronics.

Experience 

💼 Driss Mouloua has cultivated a robust research portfolio through diverse roles in prestigious institutions. Since June 2023, he has been a postdoctoral researcher at CNRS/LTM at CEA/LETI, Grenoble, where he focuses on integrating micro-LEDs and III-V semiconductor lasers on silicon for infrared applications.

His previous experiences include a Master’s internship (2019) at the University of Birmingham, UK, researching photonic metamaterials, and a Master’s internship (2018) at UPNA, Spain, exploring radiative cooling using photonic crystals and metasurfaces. During his PhD (2020–2023), Driss developed MoS₂-based nanostructures for energy and photocatalysis, conducting research across Canada and France.

In each role, Driss has honed his expertise in semiconductor physics, nanofabrication, and optoelectronics. Proficient in cutting-edge simulation tools like COMSOL and Python, Driss applies his skills to innovative projects with global impact, advancing technologies in renewable energy and photonics.

Research Focus 

🔬 Driss Mouloua’s research emphasizes cutting-edge advancements in nanomaterials, optoelectronics, and energy applications. He specializes in semiconductor physics, focusing on the fabrication and characterization of nanostructures such as MoS₂-based materials. His PhD research investigated MoS₂ nanostructures for solar energy capture and photocatalysis, demonstrating significant enhancements in photodetection and energy conversion.Currently, his work at CNRS/LTM explores monolithic integration of III-V semiconductor lasers and micro-LEDs on silicon platforms, aiming to revolutionize infrared optoelectronic devices. Driss also engages in designing metasurfaces and photonic crystals for passive radiative cooling and advanced photonics.Employing simulation tools like COMSOL and Nextnano+, Driss investigates nanoscale properties of materials to optimize performance in photonic and energy applications. His interdisciplinary focus bridges fundamental science and practical applications, driving innovations in renewable energy, 2D materials, and scalable micro/nanofabrication.

Publications

📘Recent Progress in the Synthesis of MoS₂ Thin Films for Sensing, Photovoltaic, and Plasmonic Applications: A Review
📗 One-Step Chemically Vapor Deposited Hybrid 1T-MoS₂/2H-MoS₂ Heterostructures Towards Methylene Blue Photodegradation
📙 Fabrication Control of MoS₂/MoO₂ Nanocomposite via Chemical Vapor Deposition for Optoelectronic Applications
📕 Broadband Photodetection Using One-Step CVD-Fabricated MoS₂/MoO₂ Microflower/Microfiber Heterostructures
📓 Tuning Optoelectronic Properties of Pulsed Laser Deposited “3D”‐MoS₂ Films via Vertical Alignment
📒 Giant Photodegradation Rate Enabled by Vertically Grown 1T/2H MoS₂ Catalyst on Silver Nanoparticles
📖 Scalable Optical Dye Sensors Based on Differential Reflectivity by MoS₂ Nanostructures
📔 Enhanced Photodetection Properties of CVD-Grown MoS₂ Nanosheets on Ag-Decorated Substrates
📚 Exploring Strategies for Performance Enhancement in Micro-LEDs: A Synoptic Review of III‐V Semiconductor Technology