Joshua Smith

Joshua Smith is a Professor at the University of Washington, holding dual appointments in the Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering and the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. He leads the Sensor Systems Laboratory, focusing on wireless power, energy harvesting, and sensing technologies with applications in robotics, ubiquitous computing, and medical devices. His academic journey includes a MS (1995) and PhD (1999), followed by roles at a Kendall Square research lab (1999–2004) and Intel Labs Seattle (2004–2010) before joining UW in 2010.

Education:

• PhD, 1999
• MS, 1995

His research interests span sensor system innovation, low-power communication, and energy-efficient technologies for robotics and medical devices. He has been honored as an Allen Distinguished Investigator and holds the Milton and Delia Zeutschel Professorship in Entrepreneurial Excellence. His Sensor Systems Lab actively explores NSF-funded projects like the Sensorimotor Neural Engineering Center (CSNE).

Key career milestones include leadership in industry research (Intel Labs) and academic innovation, bridging theory and practical applications in embedded systems.