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Chih-Hung ChenView profile

Professor

• Biomedical Technologies
• Microelectronics & VLSI
• Digital & Smart Systems
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Dr. Chih-Hung (James) Chen is a Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on noise-related issues in semiconductor devices, low-noise circuit design for medical and communication applications, and thermal noise characterization in nano-scale transistors. He holds senior member status in IEEE and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario. Education: Ph.D., McMaster University, 2002 M.A.Sc., Simon Fraser University, 1997 B.Sc., National Central University, Taiwan, 1991 Research interests include biomedical technologies, microelectronics & VLSI, and digital/smart systems. He has collaborated with companies like Sony Corporation, United Microelectronics Corporation, and Focus Microwaves. His work is supported by grants from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), NSERC, and the Ontario Innovation Trust (OIT). Notable achievements include serving on the International Advisory Committee of the International Conference on Noise and Fluctuations (2015) and as an editor for the Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications since 2022. Teaching includes courses like Analysis and Design of RF ICs for Communications and Electronic Devices and Circuits 2. His research lab focuses on advancing noise measurement techniques and designing ultra-low-power analog circuits for emerging applications.

John D. CresslerView profile

Professor

• Silicon-Germanium Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors (SiGe HBT)
• Mixed-Signal Semiconductor Devices
• RF and Microwave Circuit Design
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Professor John D. Cressler is a tenured faculty member at the Georgia Institute of Technology, holding a position within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering. His research focuses on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, particularly silicon-germanium heterojunction bipolar transistors (SiGe HBTs) for mixed-signal applications spanning RF, microwave, mm-wave, analog, and digital domains. His research interests center on atomic-scale bandgap engineering for next-generation semiconductor devices, with emphasis on SiGe HBT technology development, radiation-hardened circuits for space applications, cryogenic electronics, and device-circuit interactions. His team explores fundamental device theory, broadband noise analysis, profile optimization, 2-D/3-D simulation, compact modeling, and radiation effects. Current projects include Europa-surface mission electronics, D-band/sub-THz systems, and radiation-tolerant receiver designs. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a dominant focus on radiation-hardened electronics for space applications (40% of works), millimeter-wave circuit design (30%), and SiGe HBT reliability optimization (30%). Key trends include Europa mission electronics development, D-band/sub-THz circuit innovation, and advanced radiation mitigation techniques using SiGe BiCMOS technology. Professor Cressler teaches multiple courses including ECE 3040 (Microelectronic Circuits), ECE 3450 (Semiconductor Devices), ECE 6444 (Silicon-Based Heterostructure Devices and Circuits), and the interdisciplinary IAC 2002 course on Science, Engineering and Religion. His research is supported by industrial collaborations and Georgia Tech facilities including the Georgia Electronic Design Center (GEDC), NanoTECH, and C-STAR.

Matthias BucherView profile

Professor

• Analog/RF Integrated Circuits Design
• MOSFET Compact Modeling
• Wide-band Device Characterization
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Matthias Bucher is a Professor at the Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete. He specializes in analog/RF integrated circuits design, MOSFET compact modeling, and device characterization. His research focuses on nanoscale CMOS, wide-band semiconductor devices, and high-voltage MOSFETs. He leads the Electronics Laboratory and teaches courses such as Electronics II and CMOS Analog IC Design. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), 1999 M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, 1993 Research Interests: Prof. Bucher’s work emphasizes charge-based compact models (e.g., EKV3), RF device modeling, and noise analysis in MOSFETs/JFETs. His contributions include open-source tools for Verilog-A modeling and parameter extraction methodologies for advanced CMOS technologies. Labs/Teams: He directs the Electronics Laboratory , focusing on nanoelectronics and high-reliability circuits. His team collaborates on semiconductor device modeling for aerospace and industrial applications. Grants/Awards: While not explicitly listed, his extensive publication record and leadership in open-source projects indicate sustained recognition in semiconductor research communities.

Yiorgos MakrisView profile

Professor

• Hardware Security
• Trusted Systems
• Machine Learning in Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Yiorgos Makris is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering & Computer Science, The University of Texas at Dallas, since July 2011. Previously, he was a faculty member at Yale University for over a decade. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, and a Diploma in Computer Engineering from the University of Patras, Greece. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, University of California, San Diego (2001) M.S. in Computer Engineering, University of California, San Diego (1997) Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics, University of Patras, Greece (1995) Research Interests: Hardware Security and Trustworthiness Statistical Side-Channel Fingerprinting Machine Learning in Semiconductor Manufacturing Trusted and Reliable Integrated Circuits Hardware Trojans in Wireless Cryptographic ICs On-Die Learning and Emergent Technologies His work focuses on enhancing hardware security through statistical methods, machine learning, and formal verification, with applications in analog/RF ICs, post-production calibration, and secure IC design. Key Contributions: Co-Founder and Site-PI of NSF CHEST I/UCRC (Hardware and Embedded System Security and Trust) Leader of the Safety, Security, and Healthcare Thrust at TxACE (Texas Analog Center of Excellence) Director of the Trusted and RELiable Architectures (TRELA) Lab Grants and Funding: NSF, NIH, SRC, ARO, AFRL, AFWERX, DARPA, DOE, and industry partnerships with Boeing, Northrop Grumman, IBM, Intel, Qualcomm, etc. Recent grants include projects on DNA storage security, analog neural networks, and malicious hardware detection. Awards and Recognition: IEEE Fellow (2025) Best Paper Awards at DATE'13, VTS'15, DCAS'22 Best Hardware Demonstration Awards at HOST'16 and HOST'18 Erik Jonsson School Faculty Research Award (2020) Labs and Teams: TRELA Lab (Focus: Secure Hardware Design, Trusted Architectures) CHEST I/UCRC (Industry-University Collaboration)

• Instrumentation Electronics
• Memristor Modelling
• Signal Integrity
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Dr. Christos Papavassiliou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on instrumentation electronics, memristor modeling, signal integrity, and novel device technologies such as SiGe devices, RF MEMS, and ReRAM. He leads the Space Lab and collaborates with the National Centre for Scientific Research in Athens. He holds senior membership in IEEE and is a member of the IET. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Yale University (1983–1989) MPhil in Applied Physics, Yale University (1983–1988) MS in Applied Physics, Yale University (1983–1985) B.S. in Physics, MIT (1979–1983) Research Interests: Memristor-based neuromorphic computing and stochastic systems High-performance instrumentation hardware and data acquisition Multi-state memristive memory and selectorless arrays Integration of memristors with CMOS for hybrid circuits Applications in biomedical wearables and edge AI deployment Key Contributions: Developed novel memristor models for circuit simulation Pioneered work on memristor-based true random number generators Advanced understanding of resistive drift and energy-constrained storage Designed FPGA-based systems for analog circuit emulation Labs & Teams: Active in the Space Lab at Imperial College, focusing on interdisciplinary research in electronics and space applications.

• Analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design
• Computer-aided design (CAD) of electronic circuits
• Design automation (EDA)
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Georges Gielen is Full Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT) at KU Leuven, Belgium, and part-time Research Director at imec. He has held multiple leadership roles including Chair of ESAT Department (2012-2013, 2020-2024) and Vice-Rector for Science, Engineering & Technology (2013-2017). His academic career spans over 30 years at KU Leuven, progressing from Assistant to Full Professor. His research focuses on analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design automation , with expertise in CAD tools, design optimization, sensor interfaces, and neuromorphic systems. His work bridges hardware design with machine learning, particularly in hardware-efficient AI implementations and biomedical applications. He has pioneered techniques for automated analog circuit sizing, topology synthesis, and reliability-aware design in nanometer CMOS. Gielen has received numerous accolades including the IEEE CAS Mac Van Valkenburg Award (2015), IEEE CAS Charles Desoer Award (2020), and EDAA Achievement Award (2021). He holds an ERC Advanced Grant AnalogCreate and is an IEEE Fellow since 2002. As a prolific scholar, he has chaired major conferences including DATE (2006), ICCAD (2007), and ESSCIRC (2017). He has graduated over 55 PhD students through the MICAS research group at KU Leuven, currently supervising 13 doctoral candidates. His research team collaborates extensively with imec and industry partners on cutting-edge projects in carbon-aware AI accelerators, uncertainty-aware design, and neuromorphic sensor interfaces.

• Process Technology
• Device Design
• Silicon Carbide (SiC) Electronics
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Carl-Mikael Zetterling is a Professor and Head of Department at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden, affiliated with the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (ICT) and the Electronics and Embedded Systems department. His research focuses on process technology and device design for high-temperature, high-power silicon carbide (SiC) electronics, expanding into SiC-based analog and integrated circuits. He has authored over 300 publications, including books on SiC process technology and plagiarism prevention. Dr. Zetterling has held leadership roles such as Vice Dean of the School of ICT (2013–2017) and teacher representative on KTH's faculty board. He has collaborated internationally at Stanford University, Kyoto University, and Kyoto Institute of Technology. His work addresses applications in extreme environments, including Venus exploration and fusion reactor monitoring, with a focus on radiation tolerance and thermal resilience. The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in wide bandgap semiconductors, gamma irradiation effects on SiC devices, and high-temperature integrated circuits. His articles span structural health monitoring with machine learning, novel SiC diode designs, and radiation-hardened electronics. Key contributions include advancements in self-aligned contacts, trench MOSFETs, and compact modeling for extreme conditions. While no formal awards are listed, his roles in technical program committees (TMS Electronic Materials Conference, IEEE SISC Conference) and editorial work demonstrate significant academic service. He teaches courses ranging from digital design to high-temperature electronics, overseeing degree projects in embedded systems, communication, and nanotechnology.

Catherine NeishView profile

Associate Professor

• Planetary Science
• Radar Geology
• Impact Cratering
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Catherine Neish is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at The University of Western Ontario. She serves as the Associate Director of Research for Western Space and is a Co-Investigator on NASA's Dragonfly mission to Titan. Her research focuses on planetary radar observations, impact cratering processes, and the geological evolution of planetary surfaces, particularly on the Moon, Titan, and other Solar System bodies. Ph.D. in Planetary Sciences, University of Arizona (2008) B.Sc. in Combined Honours Physics and Astronomy, University of British Columbia (2004) Her recent publications highlight studies on lunar impact crater thermophysics, Titan's impact melt dynamics, and radar-based analyses of planetary surfaces. She has contributed to missions including Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (Mini-RF), Cassini RADAR, and Dragonfly. Scientific Awards: College of New Scholars, Royal Society of Canada (2021) Early Researcher Award, Ontario (2017) Minor Planet 16972 Neish (2017) AGU Ron Greeley Award (2014) NASA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2012) NASA Group Achievement Award (2010) NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship (2005-2008) Julie Payette-NSERC Research Scholarship (2004-2005) Dr. Neish supervises a dynamic lab with current and former students investigating planetary geology, impact cratering, and remote sensing. Her work bridges field studies (e.g., Earth analogs), laboratory experiments, and spacecraft data analysis.

Dong S. HaView profile

Professor

• Analog IC Design
• RF ICs
• Power Management Circuits
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Dong S. Ha is a Professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. As Founding Director of the Multifunctional Integrated Circuits & Systems (MICS) Lab, he focuses on advanced circuit design for energy harvesting, RF systems, and high-temperature electronics. His work spans analog/RF ICs, power management circuits, and wireless IoT solutions with machine learning integration. Education: PhD (1986) and MS (1984) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Iowa; B.S. (1974) in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University. Research interests include energy harvesting (piezoelectric, thermal, RF), high-temperature RF circuits for oil/gas/spacecraft applications, and smart IoT systems. He actively seeks students for projects in RF design, energy harvesting, and embedded systems. His lab develops cutting-edge solutions for harsh environment communication, sustainable energy systems, and smart agriculture monitoring. Awarded IEEE Fellow (2008) for contributions to VLSI design/test. Key publications span energy harvesting circuits, GaN-based high-temperature systems, and low-power IoT architectures. Current projects include self-sustaining smart farm networks using federated learning and attack-resistant sensor systems. Labs/Teams: Leads MICS Lab focusing on integrated circuits and systems. Collaborates on cross-disciplinary projects involving machine learning, embedded systems, and sustainable energy. Active in industry partnerships for aerospace and automotive applications.

Alan MantoothView profile

Professor

• Analog and Mixed-Signal IC Design
• Power Electronics
• Semiconductor Device Modeling
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Alan Mantooth is a Distinguished Professor holding the Twenty-First Century Research Leadership Chair in Engineering within the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. He serves as Director of the National Center for Reliable Electric Power Transmission (NCREPT), Executive Director for GRAPES (NSF I/UCRC) and SEEDS (DoE Center), and Deputy Director of the NSF Engineering Research Center for Power Optimization of Electro-Thermal Systems (POETS). His educational background includes: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Arkansas M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Arkansas Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Mantooth's research centers on analog/mixed-signal IC design, power electronics CAD, and semiconductor device modeling with emphasis on harsh-environment applications. His pioneering work in silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) power systems has enabled high-temperature operation for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure, significantly advancing reliability in extreme conditions. His 2025 publications reveal strong trends toward AI-driven power electronics (e.g., SolarFormer++ for PV profiling), wide-bandgap device modeling (β-Ga2O3, SiC), and innovative packaging solutions. Key themes include reliability engineering for extreme environments, multi-physics optimization, and explainable AI for safety-critical power systems. Major scientific recognition includes: IEEE Fellow (2009) for power electronic device modeling Three R&D 100 Awards (2009, 2014, 2016) for SiC power modules IEEE Power Electronics Society Technical Achievement Award (2019) Multiple university teaching/research awards including SEC Faculty Achievement Award (2015) As an exceptional mentor (UA Outstanding Mentor 2006-2008), he co-founded Lynguent and Ozark Integrated Circuits. His centers NCREPT, GRAPES, and SEEDS have secured major funding from NSF, DoE, and industry partners, supporting over 350 refereed publications and numerous patents. Current research focuses on AI-enhanced power electronics, recyclable packaging, and next-generation wide-bandgap device characterization. He leads the NCREPT test facility and multi-institutional teams developing grid-connected power electronic systems, secure energy delivery architectures, and thermal management solutions for high-power-density applications, with direct impact on electric transportation and renewable energy integration.

Marvin OnabajoView profile

Professor

• Integrated Circuits
• Analog and RF Circuit Design
• Mixed-Signal Systems
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Marvin Onabajo is a Professor and Associate Chair for Faculty Affairs in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northeastern University. He holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and has industry experience at Intel Corp. and Broadcom Corp. His research focuses on analog/RF integrated circuits, built-in test techniques, on-chip thermal monitoring, and medical applications. He leads the Analog & Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuit (AMSIC) Research Laboratory. Education: B.S. (summa cum laude) from University of Texas at Arlington (2003), M.S. and Ph.D. from Texas A&M University (2007, 2011). Awards: NSF CAREER Award, ARO Young Investigator Program Award, Martin Essigman Teaching Award. Grants: NSF RINGS Project ($1M), NSF Low-Power Computing Grants, ARO Thermal Sensing Project. Research interests include low-power computing, self-adaptive RF receivers, and IoT resilience. He advises over 20 graduate students and has supervised numerous MS/Ph.D. theses and industry internships. His work integrates circuit design with machine learning for enhanced system performance. Labs: AMSIC Lab, Northeastern Energy-Efficient Systems Lab, Restuccia Lab. Collaborates with industry partners like Analog Devices and MIT Lincoln Laboratory.

• Integrated Circuits
• RF Circuit Design
• Low-Power Electronics
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Jean-Baptiste Bégueret is a researcher with extensive contributions to integrated circuits , RF design , and low-power electronics . His work spans analog , digital , and mixed-signal systems.

• Power engineering
• Energy harvesting
• Low power design
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Toru Tanzawa is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Information, Production, and Systems. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo (2002) and maintains an active research laboratory focused on power electronics and energy harvesting systems. His professional memberships include IEEE and IEICE, and he has served on various technical committees including the IEICE Electronics Society's Integrated Circuit Research Committee and the IEEE ESSCIRC Technical Program Committee. Professor Tanzawa's research focuses on low-power analog circuits , energy harvesting , greening of integrated circuits , IoT systems , power management , and circuit design . His work bridges theoretical circuit analysis with practical implementations for real-world applications, particularly in memory systems and energy-constrained environments. He has pioneered numerous innovations in switched-capacitor converters, charge pump circuits, and power management solutions for NAND flash memory and IoT devices. His publication record shows a clear progression from fundamental circuit theory to practical implementations, with recent work focusing on energy harvesting from thermoelectric generators, microwave wireless power transfer, and ultra-low-voltage operation. The research demonstrates consistent innovation in power conversion efficiency, particularly in the 1-100 μW range relevant for IoT applications. His publications span top venues including IEEE journals and conferences like VLSI Symposium. Test of Time Award, Symposium on VLSI Technology and Circuits (2023) IEEE Fellow (2016) Professor Tanzawa leads an active research group with numerous industry collaborations. His current research projects include "Understanding the operation principle of boost converters from extremely low voltage and application to IoT terminals" (2022-2025), funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. He has also secured multiple patents related to power conversion circuits and rectenna systems. His laboratory maintains strong connections with semiconductor industry leaders, particularly in memory technology and power management ICs.

Lihong ZhangView profile

Professor

• VLSI Design Automation
• MEMS Design and Optimization
• Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
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Dr. Lihong Zhang is a Full Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Otto-von-Guericke University (Germany) and has held post-doctoral positions at Concordia University, Dalhousie University, and the University of Washington. His research focuses on VLSI design automation, analog/mixed-signal circuits, MEMS, energy harvesting, and biomedical instrumentation. Dr. Zhang leads the CADLAMS lab, supported by NSERC, CFI, and industry partners. Education: B.E. (H.U.S.T. Wuhan), M.Sc. (Eng.) (H.U.S.T. Wuhan), Ph.D. (Otto-von-Guericke University, Germany). Research Interests: VLSI design automation, MEMS design, renewable energy harvesting, microfluidics, wireless sensor networks, and EDA tools. His work addresses challenges in nanometer-scale technologies, including layout-dependent effects and manufacturability. Awards: 2008 CFI Leaders Opportunity Fund, 2016 Memorial University Research Excellence Award. Grants include funding from NSERC, CFI, and industry collaborations. Students and Collaborations: Supervises over 50 graduate students and collaborates with industry partners like Cadence, Synopsys, and IBM. Active in editorial roles for IEEE journals and conference organization. Lab Infrastructure: CADLAMS lab includes advanced computing resources, EDA software, and lab equipment for circuit prototyping and testing.

Seyed Armin TajalliView profile

Visiting Professor

• Ultra Low Power Circuits
• Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuits
• Data Converters
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Seyed Armin Tajalli is a Visiting Professor at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI), Institute of Electrical Engineering (IEM), and Integrated Neurotechnologies Laboratory (INL). He has extensive experience in ultra-low power integrated circuit design and high-speed serial communication systems. Dr. Tajalli received his B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. degrees (with honors) from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, and Tehran Polytechnic University in 1997 and 1999, respectively. He earned his Ph.D.E.E. on low-power integrated circuit design techniques in 2010 from EPFL. Prior to his academic career, he worked with Emad Semicon from 1998-2006 as a senior analog/RF design engineer and technical manager. His research focuses on ultra-low power circuit design, including subthreshold source-coupled logic, analog/mixed-signal circuits, data converters, and serial data transceivers. His work addresses critical challenges in low-power design, high-speed communication, and energy-efficient circuit implementations. Recent publications demonstrate his expertise in spectrum shaping techniques, crosstalk reduction, and high-speed serial links for memory interfaces and multi-drop communication systems. Dr. Tajalli's publications span high-impact journals and conferences including IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems, and major conferences like ISSCC, ISCAS, and VLSI Symposium. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in low-power circuit techniques with practical applications in high-speed communication systems. Kharazmi Award on Research and Development, 2000 Outstanding Design Engineer, Emad Semicon, 2001 Presidential Award of the best Iranian researchers, 2003 ACM/CICC Award, 2009 EPFL Prime Special Award, 2009 Dr. Tajalli has advised PhD students including Kiarash Gharibdoust, whose thesis focused on Hybrid NRZ/Multi-Tone Signaling for High-Speed Low-Power Wireline Transceivers. His collaborative work with the ALGO team has resulted in significant contributions to high-speed serial data transceiver architectures. His research has been supported by various academic and industrial partnerships focused on advancing integrated circuit design techniques. His work is primarily conducted within EPFL's Integrated Neurotechnologies Laboratory (INL) and previously with the Microelectronic Systems Laboratory (LSM). These labs provide state-of-the-art facilities for mixed-signal IC design, characterization, and testing, supporting his research in ultra-low power circuits and high-speed communication systems.