Ram Achar

Ram Achar is a Professor in the Department of Electronics within the Faculty of Engineering at Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada. His research focuses on advanced electronic design and simulation methodologies for high-speed systems.

His research interests include:

• Signal and Power Integrity
• Circuit Modeling, Simulation and Optimization
• High-Speed Interconnects
• Model-Reduction Techniques
• CAD for RF, MEMS, Wireless and Optoelectronic Applications
• EMC/EMI and Mixed-Signal Analysis
• Nonlinear Circuit Analysis

The publications and technical contributions of Prof. Achar reflect a strong emphasis on computational methods and design automation in high-frequency and high-speed electronic systems, particularly in the domains of packaging, interconnect modeling, and electromagnetic compatibility.

Notable recognitions include:

• IEEE Circuits and Systems Society Distinguished Lecturer (2011–2013)
• Guest Editor, IEEE CPMT Transactions (2011)

Prof. Achar has held significant leadership roles in the IEEE community, including General Co-Chair for EPEPS-2010 and EPEPS-2011, Chair of Joint Chapters of IEEE Ottawa Section (CAS–EDS–SSC), and active participation in technical committees such as TC-EDMS (TC-12), EPEPS, and EDAPS. He contributes extensively to the advancement of electronic packaging and electrical design through conference organization and technical guidance.

He is a Senior Member of IEEE and actively involved in multiple IEEE societies: Microwave Theory and Techniques (MTT), Circuits and Systems (CAS), Electronic Devices (EDS), Solid-State Circuits (SSC), and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).