Hassen AZIZA

Hassen AZIZA is a senior Associate Professor and Head of the Memory Team (MEM) within the IM2NP research unit at Aix-Marseille University, specializing in microelectronics and emerging memory technologies. His work bridges academic research and industrial applications through collaborations with ST-Microelectronics, CEA-Leti, Thales, and international universities.

He earned both his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) and PhD with honors from Aix-Marseille University. His educational background established the foundation for his expertise in semiconductor devices and memory systems.

His research centers on Microelectronics, Emerging Memories, and Neuromorphic Computing, with specific focus on RRAM reliability, computation-in-memory architectures, and hardware security. Current projects address critical challenges in RRAM variability, fault tolerance, and energy-efficient neural network implementations using memristive crossbars. His work spans from fundamental device physics to system-level integration for IoT and biomedical applications.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in RRAM reliability engineering (35% of articles), neuromorphic hardware implementation (30%), and sensor system development (20%). Key subfields include fault-tolerant memory design, variability-aware neural networks, and low-power IoT circuit optimization, demonstrating consistent focus on bridging device physics with practical system requirements.

• Best Paper Award at IEEE ETS (2021) for RRAM fault analysis
• CoolGames Silver Medal (2019) for high-altitude balloon project
• Eiffel Scholarship for PhD student (2018)
• Guillemin-Cauer Best Paper Award (2014)
• Multiple IEEE conference best paper awards (2013, 2011)
• SIMagine contest finalist/silver medalist (2010, 2009)

He has supervised 10 PhD students (8 graduated via industry-oriented CIFRE theses), including Eiffel scholarship recipient Hussein BAZZI. His research is funded through strategic industry partnerships with ST-Microelectronics, CEA-Leti, and Thales Silicon Security, plus European initiatives like the French Tech LAB grant for the SMILE air quality monitoring startup project. Current grants focus on RRAM commercialization and neuromorphic hardware development.

As leader of the Memory Team (MEM) within IM2NP's Department of Analysis and Design of Electronic Systems, he directs research on resistive memories, neuromorphic circuits, and sensor interfaces. The team maintains strong industry links through joint projects with semiconductor manufacturers and participates in international standardization efforts for emerging memory technologies.