Robert Lupoiu

I am on a mission to decode the foundations of biological intelligence and build networks of superintelligence that profoundly enrich human health, happiness, and fulfillment.

I am a PhD candidate in Electrical Engineering at Stanford University, co-advised by Jonathan Fan and Ivan Soltesz. My research is generously supported by the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program.

My PhD work has been focused on pushing the boundaries of optical engineering and neuroscience using innovations in machine learning and applied physics. Most recently, I worked on developing agentic reasoning frameworks that leverage a new class of ultra-fast and general Maxwell surrogate solvers to power the automated design of multi-objective, multi-wavelength metasurfaces in near real-time (as opposed to weeks of manual specialized design work).

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Last updated: July 8, 2025
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