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Brian Aull is a Professor of the Practice in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Tufts University, concurrently serving as a Staff Scientist in the Advanced Imager Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. His research focuses on photon-counting imaging systems, Geiger-mode avalanche photodiode arrays, and their applications in lidar, wavefront sensing, and low-light imaging. He holds dual affiliations with Tufts University’s School of Engineering and the MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s advanced sensor development team.
Dr. Aull’s professional experience spans over a decade, with roles including Lecturer (2010–2023) and current Professor of the Practice (2023–present) at Tufts. His work emphasizes integrating silicon-based photon detection technologies with CMOS readout circuits, advancing applications in quantum computing, biomedical optics, and space instrumentation. He actively contributes to technical education through courses on device physics, linear systems, and semiconductor device engineering at Tufts, alongside internal training programs at MIT Lincoln Laboratory.
His research portfolio includes innovations in photon-sensitive imagers, crosstalk mitigation in sensor arrays, and theoretical bounds in nanomaterial energy filtering. He has authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and conference papers, with impactful contributions to photonics, quantum sensing, and sensor fabrication. Aull’s interdisciplinary work bridges academic research and applied engineering, addressing challenges in both terrestrial and aerospace imaging systems.
His teaching activities span foundational and advanced topics such as Probabilistic Systems Analysis, Semiconductor Devices, and Senior Design Projects, reflecting his commitment to nurturing the next generation of electrical engineers. His lab affiliations include the Advanced Imager Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Lab, where he develops specialized solid-state sensors for defense and space applications.
