John Albrecht

John Albrecht is a Professor in the Departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (ChEMS) at Michigan State University (MSU), College of Engineering. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the University Research Organization (URO), leveraging his extensive academic and administrative experience. Previously, he held leadership roles at the Fraunhofer USA Center Midwest and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). His research focuses on semiconductor devices, additive manufacturing for RF components, and thermal management in electronics.

Albrecht earned his PhD in 1999 from the University of Minnesota. His work spans advanced materials like diamond and GaN HEMTs, with emphasis on high-frequency circuits, 3D-printed electronics, and packaging technologies. He has contributed to innovations in aerosol jet printing for flexible and rigid-flex microwave antennas, as well as thermal management solutions for high-power devices.

His publications highlight advancements in GaN transistor modeling, diamond-based electronics, and additive manufacturing techniques for integrated circuits. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record and leadership roles reflect his significant contributions to the field. Albrecht’s administrative roles demonstrate his dual expertise in academic research and institutional leadership.