Nanospectrum
Innovative Spectroscopy Technologies for Science, Education, and Industry
Who We Are
Nanospectrum is a technology-driven research group dedicated to the design and development of cutting-edge spectroscopy systems, including UV-VIS, LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy), and Vacuum spectroscopy platforms. Our mission is to empower scientific discovery and industrial innovation through precise, reliable, and customizable analytical instruments.
We serve a diverse range of users including academic institutions, research laboratories, and industrial clients working in materials science, nanotechnology, metallurgy, photonics, and plasma physics.
Our core technologies include:
- Laser-induced plasma analysis for real-time elemental detection
- Vacuum-compatible systems for controlled-environment measurements
- Electric discharge plasma diagnostics with emission spectroscopy
We are also committed to fostering university-industry collaborations by providing tailored solutions for educational laboratories and in-line process monitoring needs. Our platforms feature AI-powered spectral analysis, multi-sensor integration, and high-speed data acquisition capabilities for next-generation spectroscopy.
Scientific Leadership
Doctoral Research
Prof. Dr. Arif Demir, the founder of Nanospectrum, completed his Ph.D. in Physics at the University of Essex (UK), where his research was centered on the spectroscopic investigation of X-ray laser media. His work contributed to a deeper understanding of laser-produced plasma dynamics and gain mechanisms in short-wavelength laser systems.
During his doctoral studies, he conducted cutting-edge experimental research at world-renowned laboratories, including the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (UK) and the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics (Germany). His work involved high-intensity laser systems, plasma diagnostics, and advanced interferometry techniques for characterizing X-ray laser generation environments.
His doctoral research laid the foundation for his later contributions in the fields of laser spectroscopy, plasma physics, and nanophotonics, and continues to influence his leadership in R&D and technological innovation.
Research Projects & Supervision
He has led or contributed to over 16 funded research projects focusing on laser spectroscopy, plasma diagnostics, and advanced spectroscopy technologies, including both national and international collaborations.
His research portfolio includes:
- Laser-based material processing for industrial applications
- Nanoparticle synthesis using laser ablation in liquids (Au, Ag, Ti-based systems)
- Design and development of industrial LIBS systems for real-time elemental analysis
- Advanced diagnostics for high-temperature plasmas (including DBD and pulsed discharges)
- Integration of spectroscopy systems into manufacturing and quality control lines
As a thesis advisor, he has supervised 9 MSc and 7 PhD theses in the fields of LIBS, optical emission diagnostics, laser-matter interaction, and nanophotonics.
Many of his former students are now working in leading R&D centers and innovation labs across Türkiye and Europe, contributing to projects in laser technologies, spectroscopy-driven quality control, and nanomaterials development.
His current efforts focus on bridging academic research with industry needs through university-industry collaborations, promoting technology transfer, commercialization, and scientific entrepreneurship.
Our Mission
To bridge scientific excellence and industrial applicability by delivering robust and innovative spectroscopy solutions tailored to real-world challenges.
Our Vision
To become a global reference in spectroscopy-based diagnostics, empowering science, education, and industry through accessible, smart technologies.
Core Technological Areas
Laser-Induced Plasma (LIBS)
Elemental analysis from laser-generated plasma emissions.
Electric Discharge Plasmas
Plasma diagnostics with high-voltage discharge systems.
Vacuum-Compatible Spectroscopy
Spectroscopic platforms integrated into vacuum systems.