Luka Hansen is a postdoctoral researcher in the Experimental Plasma Physics group at the Institute of Experimental and Applied Physics at Kiel University. He received his PhD in Physics from Kiel University for his experimental work in the Plasma Technology group in 2023. His dissertation, entitled "Design and Diagnostic of a Microdischarge for in situ TEM Investigation of Plasma Surface Processes", aimed to develop a microplasma device capable of being used inside a TEM and was awarded the Kiel Nano, Surface and Interface Science (KiNSIS) dissertation prize in 2023.

Luka Hansen's research focuses on conventional and non-conventional plasma diagnostics applied to atmospheric and low-pressure plasmas, especially targeting the plasma surface interaction. “For his achievements and engagement in the field of plasma and ion surface engineering during his young career” he received the PSE Early Career Award in 2024.