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Harald Pretl is a Professor at the Department of Integrated Circuits within the Institute for Integrated Circuits and Quantum Computing at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU). Holding the title Univ.-Prof., he maintains active research leadership with current projects extending through 2029 and 107 documented research outputs including patents, articles, and conference proceedings.
His research spans integrated circuits, quantum computing, mm-wave transmission, biomedical sensing, and open-source EDA tools. He specializes in high-frequency circuit design, ultra-low-power biomedical sensors, and educational applications of open-source design methodologies for analog/mixed-signal IC development. Recent work demonstrates cross-disciplinary innovation bridging engineering, neuroscience, and artistic expression.
Recent publications reveal strong emphasis on practical implementation challenges: THz transmitter efficiency, brain-computer interface applications, ADC performance metrics, and open-source layout automation. These works collectively advance wireless communication systems, biomedical instrumentation, and accessible semiconductor design education through open-toolchain development.
Prof. Pretl has supervised 3 students and actively promotes open-source EDA adoption through educational initiatives. His funded projects include Sub-blocks generators for NSSAR ADC (2025-2029), Open Parasitic Extraction for KLayout, and United Micro Technology collaborations, demonstrating sustained industry engagement.
He co-leads the JKU LIT - SAL Intelligent Wireless Systems Lab (IWS Lab) and contributes to the High-Performance Integrated Quantum Computing project. Current activities include 42 documented presentations such as 'Using Open-Source EDA Tools in Hands-On IC Design Education' (2025) and 'Recent Developments in Ultra-Low-Power Biomedical Sensing' (2025), reflecting his dual focus on research innovation and pedagogical advancement.
