Post by ASM International | Boston Chapter

We are honored to present Dr. Alket Mertiri to the ASM International | Boston Chapter Stage on June 18, 2026. Alket Mertiri is a Principal Member of the Technical Staff at Draper. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and Mathematics from Boston University concentrating on condensed‐matter physics and applied mathematics. He then pursued graduate studies in Materials Science and Engineering at Boston University. His research focused on ultrafast infrared spectroscopy and photothermal microscopy, leveraging quantum cascade lasers (QCLs) and infrared detection to enable label‐free biochemical sensing and imaging. Beyond his research, Mertiri took an active role in science advocacy. While serving as President of the Boston University chapter of The Optical Society (OSA), he participated in a visit to Washington D.C. to meet members of Congress and advocate for sustained funding in science and engineering. Alket was involved with many student chapters of professional societies, such as Materials Research Society (MRS) (founder and president), OSA/SPIE, and ASM. Join us to learn the latest innovations, meet outstanding professors, world-class leaders, professionals and have fun. Register at http://www.asmboston.org #Innovation #Technology #Development #Future #Education #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Leadership #Engineering #Networking