Ian Underwood

Ian Underwood is Professor of Electronic Displays and Director of International Partnerships at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering, where he leads the Institute for Integrated Micro and Nano Systems. His pioneering work spans microdisplay technologies, biomedical sensors, and VR applications for healthcare. Recognized with multiple fellowships including FREng and FRSE.

Research focuses on:

• Microdisplay design and fabrication
• CMOS-integrated biomedical sensors
• Virtual reality diagnostic platforms
• Advanced modeling of electronic devices

Recent articles highlight:

• Medical diagnostic VR systems
• Miniaturized oxygen sensors
• Healthcare systems engineering
• Field emission device physics

Awards and honors:

• Fellow of Royal Academy of Engineering (2008)
• Fellow of Royal Society of Edinburgh (2004)
• Gannochy Medal for Innovation (2004)
• Fellow of Society for Information Display (2022)