Ahmedullah Aziz

Ahmedullah Aziz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, within the Tickle College of Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University (2019), an M.S. from Pennsylvania State University (2016), and a B.S. from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (2013). His research focuses on mixed-signal VLSI circuits, non-volatile memory, and beyond-CMOS device design, emphasizing emerging technologies like ferroelectrics and spintronics. He leads the NorDIC Lab and has published over 60 articles in journals, conferences, and patents.

Education:

• PhD, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Purdue University, 2019
• MS, Electrical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, 2016
• BS, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, BUET, 2013

Research Interests: Aziz explores device-circuit-system co-design techniques, particularly in cryogenic neuromorphic systems, superconducting memory, and ferroelectric-based circuits. His work bridges material innovation with practical applications, aiming to advance energy-efficient and high-performance computing.

Awards:

• EDAA Outstanding Dissertation Award (2019/2020)
• Outstanding Graduate Student Research Award (Purdue, 2019)
• Samsung 'Icon' Award (2013)
• Best Publication Awards (SRC-DARPA STARnet, 2015/2016)

Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, his research has been supported by prestigious institutions. He has advised/co-advised projects in emerging technologies but no listed students. His work extends to reviewing IEEE journals, conference TPC roles, and editorial contributions.

Labs & Teams: He directs the NorDIC Lab, focusing on next-generation computing and device innovation.