Douglas Buchanan

Dr. Douglas A. Buchanan is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Manitoba's Price Faculty of Engineering. He holds a PhD from Durham University (UK) and has over 30 years of experience in microelectronics research, including 16 years at IBM's Thomas J. Watson Research Center. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and a Professional Engineer. His expertise spans micro- and nano-electronics, MEMS-based sensors, and silicon chip design.

Education:

• B.Sc. Electrical Engineering, University of Manitoba (1981)
• M.Sc. Electrical Engineering, University of Manitoba (1982)
• Ph.D. Applied Physics and Electronics, Durham University, UK (1986)

Research Interests: Dr. Buchanan focuses on advanced silicon-based technologies, microfluidics for lab-on-chip systems, olfactory sensors, and MEMS ultrasonic transducers. His work emphasizes sensor design, nanoelectronics, and interdisciplinary applications in biomedical and industrial sectors.

Publications: His recent work includes advancements in capacitive micromachined ultrasonic transducers (CMUTs), low-frequency anemometers, and multi-material sensor arrays. These studies highlight innovations in MEMS fabrication, acoustic transduction, and sensor sensitivity.

Awards:

• Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (FCAE)
• Canada Research Chair (2003–2013)
• IBM Technical Innovation Awards

Leadership and Grants: He served as Associate Head of Graduate Programs (managing 200+ students), Associate Dean of Research, and Acting Dean of Engineering. His research has been supported by grants and industry collaborations.

Labs/Teams: His lab focuses on MEMS and nanoelectronics, with collaborations on industrial and biomedical applications. Visit his Lab Website for more details.