Phillip De Leon

Phillip De Leon is an accomplished academic and administrator serving as Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Chief Research Officer at the University of Colorado Denver. He is also a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering within the College of Engineering, Design and Computing. His career includes prior roles as a Professor at New Mexico State University, where he held distinguished professorships for teaching excellence and research leadership. Dr. De Leon leads CU Denver’s strategic research initiatives, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation across diverse academic programs.

His research focuses on Digital Signal Processing (DSP), with specializations in machine learning, speech processing (including speaker recognition and speech enhancement), time-frequency analysis, and embedded systems. His work has been supported by agencies such as the Air Force Research Laboratory, Army Research Laboratory, NSF, NASA, and Sandia National Laboratories. He has authored numerous publications in DSP, addressing topics like spoofing detection, spectral analysis, and biomedical signal applications.

• Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (prior academic details not specified)

Dr. De Leon’s research trends reflect a strong emphasis on security applications of signal processing, such as anti-spoofing for voice authentication systems, and practical implementations of advanced DSP techniques. His recent work explores instantaneous frequency analysis, embedded system optimizations, and machine learning for healthcare monitoring (e.g., falls risk prediction in elderly populations).

His professional service includes roles such as Associate Dean of Research and Chief Science Officer, demonstrating leadership in both academic governance and scientific innovation. He maintains active collaborations with industry and government agencies to advance applied research outcomes.