Prof. Dr.-Ing. Yiannos Manoli is the Director of the Fritz Huettinger Chair of Microelectronics at the University of Freiburg, Germany. He holds a Dr.-Ing. from Gerhard Mercator Universität and has held academic positions at the University of Saarland and the Fraunhofer Institute. His research focuses on energy-harvesting electronics, sensor systems, and biomedical applications. He has published over 400 papers and contributed to innovations in low-power mixed-signal CMOS circuits. Education: B.A. (summa cum laude) in Physics and Mathematics, Lawrence University (1978) M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of California, Berkeley (1980) Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering, Gerhard Mercator Universität (1987) Research Interests: His work spans energy harvesting for IoT and automotive systems, analog-to-digital converters, neural probes, and biomedical applications. Notable contributions include advancements in ultra-low-voltage circuits and sensor read-out systems. Recent projects involve tactile sensors with machine-learning-based processing and neural probe interfaces. Awards & Recognition: Best Paper Award at ESCCIRC (1988) MSE-2007 Award for SpicyVOLTsim Excellence in Teaching Award (2010) IEEE Life Fellow Leadership & Service: Served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2008–2015) and co-director of the Hahn-Schickard-Institut. Contributed to the establishment of the INATECH department. Active in editorial roles for IEEE journals and conferences like ISSCC and IEDM. Labs & Collaborations: Lead the Microelectronics Professorship at IMTEK, collaborated with industry partners like Intel and Motorola, and engaged in international research networks including the Thomas Mann House residency (2018).
Susan Fisher is a distinguished Professor at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, where she leads a multifaceted research program focused on placental development, trophoblast biology, and pregnancy complications. Her work bridges basic science and clinical applications, with particular emphasis on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying normal and pathological pregnancy processes. As Principal Investigator on numerous NIH-funded projects since 1982, she has established herself as a leader in reproductive biology research. Dr. Fisher's educational foundation includes: A.B. in Biology and Chemistry from Hope College, Holland, Michigan (1972) M.S. in Anatomy from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (1973) Ph.D. in Anatomy from University of Kentucky, Lexington (1977) Postdoctoral training in Mass Spectrometry at University of Kentucky (1977-1982) Her research program centers on three interconnected areas. First, she investigates the cellular mechanisms of trophoblast invasion during normal pregnancy, discovering how cytotrophoblasts regulate their invasive potential through balanced expression of pro- and anti-invasive molecules and how oxygen tension controls their differentiation. Second, her lab studies early human development using embryonic stem cell models, with recent work on apical-basal polarization and constructing human embryo fate maps. Third, she applies mass spectrometry approaches to proteome analyses, including salivary proteome mapping for disease diagnosis and environmental impact studies on placental development. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward multi-omics approaches (transcriptomics, proteomics, lipidomics) to investigate environmental impacts on pregnancy. Her work increasingly examines how chemicals like pesticides, flame retardants, and bisphenol analogs affect placental function, with particular focus on molecular mechanisms linking environmental exposures to pregnancy complications like preeclampsia. This represents a significant shift toward translational environmental reproductive health research. Dr. Fisher's scientific excellence has been recognized through numerous prestigious awards: Multiple NIH MERIT Awards (DE07244 in 2002 and HD076253 in 2014) UCSF Academic Senate Distinguished Teaching Award (1987) Pew Foundation Faculty Development Award (1988) UCSF Graduate Association Outstanding Mentor Award (2004) Frontiers in Reproduction Research Program Pioneer Award (2013) NIH State of the Art Lecture invitation As a dedicated mentor and investigator, Dr. Fisher has maintained continuous NIH funding since 1982, directing major research initiatives including the UCSF Pregnancy Exposures to Environmental Chemicals (PEEC) Children's Center. Her laboratory has trained numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, contributing significantly to the field through both scientific discoveries and人才培养. Her collaborative approach spans multiple disciplines, integrating cell biology, molecular techniques, and clinical perspectives to advance understanding of reproductive health. Dr. Fisher leads a dynamic research team that combines traditional cell biology approaches with cutting-edge omics technologies. Her laboratory participates in several major collaborative initiatives at UCSF, particularly the PEEC Children's Center, which brings together environmental health scientists, obstetricians, and molecular biologists to investigate how environmental factors impact pregnancy outcomes. This interdisciplinary approach characterizes her research philosophy, bridging basic science with clinical applications to address critical issues in women's reproductive health.
Piet Demeester is a distinguished researcher in the Department of Information Technology at Ghent University (Universiteit Gent) in Belgium. With a continuous publication record from 1994 through 2024, he has established himself as a leading expert in optical communications, wireless networking, and network virtualization technologies. His work bridges the gap between fundamental research and practical implementation in next-generation communication systems. Dr. Demeester's research spans several critical areas in modern telecommunications: Advanced optical communication systems and radio-over-fiber technologies 5G/6G wireless networks and massive MIMO implementations Network function virtualization and software-defined networking Millimeter wave and terahertz communication systems Network management and performance optimization His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on integrating optical and wireless technologies to address capacity challenges in next-generation networks. The research shows particular emphasis on sigma-delta modulation techniques, distributed antenna systems, and realistic human exposure modeling for emerging wireless technologies. His work consistently appears in top-tier journals including IEEE Communications Magazine, IEEE Access, and IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Communications. Dr. Demeester maintains extensive collaborations within Ghent University and with international partners, frequently working with researchers such as Filip De Turck, Bart Dhoedt, Mario Pickavet, and Didier Colle. These collaborations have resulted in numerous high-impact publications addressing critical challenges in telecommunications infrastructure.
Elham MİNAYİ is a Lecturer at Doğuş University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. She joined the university in 2012 as a Research Assistant and was promoted to Lecturer in 2019. PhD in Electronic Engineering (Işık University, 2019) MSc in Electronic and Communications Engineering (Doğuş University, 2014) BSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Islamic Azad University, 2004) Her research focuses on memristors, memristive systems, and metamutator-based electronic circuits. She teaches courses such as Logic Circuits, Digital Design, and Memory Device Circuits. Recent publications highlight her expertise in voltage/current-mode filter design, metamutator realizations, and memristor simulations. Her work bridges theoretical innovations with practical circuit implementations, particularly in analog signal processing. Assistant Dean at Doğuş University (2020–2024) Active participation in international journals like International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications and IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meltem BAYRAKTAR currently serves at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Genetics and Bioengineering since 2024. Previously, she held roles at the same institution since 2013, including departmental leadership positions. Education: BSc in Biology, Ege University (2000) MSc in Biotechnology, Ege University (2004) PhD in Biotechnology, Ege University (2013) Postdoctoral research at John Innes Centre, UK (2022-2023) Her research focuses on plant biotechnology, particularly in vitro propagation techniques and secondary metabolite production in medicinal and agricultural plants like Stevia, cotton, and olive. She has made significant contributions to bioreactor applications, elicitor-induced metabolite synthesis, and stress-tolerant plant regeneration. Key trends in her 66+ publications include optimizing plant tissue culture protocols (2010-2023), bioreactor-based propagation (2015-2019), steviol glycoside enhancement (2014-2017), and interdisciplinary applications of plant biotechnology in agriculture and industry. Scientific Awards: TÜBİTAK Yayın Teşvik Programı (2015, 2017, 2019) VII. International Bioengineering Congress Poster First Prize (2015) She has supervised multiple graduate students and participated in 21 research projects as a principal investigator or researcher. Her work connects plant science with industrial applications through collaborations with institutions like John Innes Centre, Ghent University, and İzmir Institute of Technology.
John Dooley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronic Engineering at Maynooth University , Ireland. He also serves as the Programme Director for the BE/ME Electronic Engineering program. He is a Principal Investigator on the ORCHESTRA-6G project, funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI), and a Funded Investigator in the SFI CONNECT Centre for Telecommunications and the SFI ADVANCE Centre for Research Training . Education: Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering, University College Dublin, 2008 Research Focus: Dr. Dooley’s research spans digital signal processing , spectrally efficient modulation schemes , and applications to high-frequency circuits . His work has significantly impacted power efficiency optimization in wireless communication devices and networks, particularly in digital compensation techniques for mmWave terrestrial and satellite systems . His recent focus includes 6G wireless technologies and next-generation modulation techniques . Publications Trends: His research output reflects a strong emphasis on nonlinear system modeling , power amplifier linearization , and digital predistortion techniques . The articles span from RF circuit design to system-level optimization in wireless communications, with a clear trajectory toward 5G and 6G applications . Grants & Affiliations: Principal Investigator, ORCHESTRA-6G , SFI Frontiers for the Future Grant Funded Investigator, SFI CONNECT Centre for Telecommunications Funded Investigator, SFI ADVANCE Centre for Research Training Labs & Teams: Dr. Dooley is affiliated with the Hamilton Institute at Maynooth University, a multidisciplinary research institute focused on applied mathematics and communications systems. His work also intersects with the Radiospace research group, which explores advanced wireless technologies.
Luca Lombardo is a Fixed-term Researcher at Politecnico di Torino , affiliated with the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) and College of Electrical and Energy Engineering . He holds the academic role of Researcher in the IMIS-01/B - Electrical and Electronic Measurements sector.
Dr. Anwar Ali is a Lecturer in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Swansea University's Bay Campus, United Kingdom. He earned his MSc (2010) and PhD (2014) in Electronic Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, Italy. His academic roles include postgraduate supervision and teaching modules like EG-152: Analogue Design EG-158: Software Engineering EG-252: Embedded System Design EG-319: Integrated Circuit Design His research focuses on power electronic converters, embedded systems, satellite technologies (power management, attitude determination), and thermal modeling of aerospace systems. Recent work spans autonomous vehicle mobility management, medical imaging diagnostics, and multisource energy harvesting. He has authored over 50 publications and led five research projects as Principal Investigator. Dr. Ali supervises PhD students in areas like wireless power transfer for medical devices and satellite control optimization. His teaching emphasizes practical engineering applications, including PCB design, Python programming, and thermal analysis of spacecraft systems.
Fabrice LEMOULT is an Associate Professor at Institut Langevin , ESPCI Paris - PSL University. His research focuses on experimental wave physics in complex media, particularly metamaterials, acoustics, and soft matter mechanics. Research Highlights : Wavefront shaping, Dirac cone manipulation, time-reversal applications, and subwavelength acoustic/elastic wave control. Key Collaborations : Mathias Fink, Geoffroy Lerosey, Sébastien Popoff, Claire Prada. Recent Work Trends : Studies on elastic wave dynamics in soft materials (2024), acoustic metasurfaces for noise isolation (2024), and microwave metamaterials for topological effects (2024). Earlier works explore superlensing (2015), phononic crystals (2016), and nonreciprocal wave propagation (2017). Advising & Outreach : Mentored 11 doctoral/postdoctoral researchers, including Samuel Croquette and Simon Yves. Advocates for frugal science and public engagement via platforms like @FabLemoult on scicomm.xyz .
Jean Tomas is an Associate Professor at the University of Bordeaux, affiliated with the Laboratoire de l'intégration, du matériau au système (IMS). He is a member of the Bioelectronics research group and Team 2HC within IMS, a prominent research laboratory focused on materials, systems integration, and micro/nanoelectronics. His work bridges the gap between theoretical neural models and practical hardware implementations. Dr. Tomas's research focuses on neuromorphic engineering with particular emphasis on spiking neural networks and memristive systems. His work spans from fundamental circuit design of biomimetic neurons to practical applications in low-power computing and intelligent sensors. He has made significant contributions to the hardware implementation of spiking neural networks using memristive technologies, exploring how these systems can achieve efficient computation with minimal energy consumption. His research also extends to electronic microassembly processes and power electronics. The analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from early work on analog neural circuit design toward increasingly sophisticated neuromorphic systems. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in mixed-mode spiking neural networks, passive memristive arrays, and their application to neuromorphic cameras. His work addresses critical challenges in hardware neural networks, including the effects of line resistance in crossbar arrays and strategies for on-the-fly learning in resource-constrained environments. Dr. Tomas actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions, including CNRS@CREATE Ltd. and various university laboratories. His work has been supported by significant research initiatives including ANR-19-CHIA-0003 (GrAI - Green Artificial Intelligence) and the European Project ULPEC (Ultra-Low Power Event-Based Camera). He is deeply involved in the Bioelectronics research ecosystem at IMS, contributing to both fundamental research and practical applications. His work connects circuit design with system-level implementation, particularly in the development of energy-efficient neuromorphic sensors that can process information at the edge of computing networks.
Hening Lin is a Professor at the University of Chicago in the Department of Medicine-Genetic Medicine within the Biological Sciences Division. His research focuses on the function, regulation, and therapeutic targeting of enzymes that control protein post-translational modifications (PTMs). Dr. Lin leads an active laboratory studying how protein activities are regulated by cellular stress and signaling cues, with particular emphasis on developing small molecule inhibitors for therapeutic applications. Dr. Lin's research interests span Chemical Biology, Organic Chemistry, and the study of protein post-translational modifications including palmitoylation, myristoylation, and acylation. His work explores how these modifications regulate protein function in critical cellular processes, with applications in cancer, autoimmune diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. His laboratory has made significant contributions to understanding the roles of sirtuins, particularly SIRT2, SIRT3, and HDAC11, in metabolic regulation and disease pathogenesis. Analysis of Dr. Lin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on protein lipidation mechanisms, particularly palmitoylation and myristoylation, and their roles in immune signaling, cancer progression, and neurodegeneration. His work bridges chemical biology, biochemistry, and translational medicine, with numerous publications in high-impact journals demonstrating the therapeutic potential of targeting protein modification enzymes. His research spans fundamental biochemical mechanisms to preclinical therapeutic development. Dr. Lin has secured substantial NIH funding as Principal Investigator for multiple grants, including R35GM131808 (Metabolite Sensing and Regulation of Protein Function) and R01DK119594 (Screening and Development of Small Molecule HDAC11 Inhibitors to Treat Obesity and Diabetes). He also serves as Co-Principal Investigator on several collaborative grants focused on cancer biology, inflammation, and metabolic diseases. His laboratory is located in Room 4146 of the Knapp Center for Biomedical Discovery at the University of Chicago, where his team employs chemical biology approaches, proteomics, and molecular biology techniques to investigate protein modification enzymes and develop targeted therapeutics.
Prof. Plamen Tsvetkov is a faculty member at New Bulgarian University (NBU) in the Department of Telecommunications since 2013. He previously held roles at Technical University of Sofia (1986–2019), including Head of the Department of Electrical Metrology (2004–2019). His academic career spans over 35 years in teaching and research. Education : PhD in Electrical Metrology from Technical University of Sofia (1998), specializing in robust structures for measurement systems. Research Interests : Metrology and calibration of measurement devices Power quality and electromagnetic field analysis Design of information-measurement systems Robust structures for measurement accuracy Applications in telecommunications and computer technology Recent Work Trends : His 15 most recent publications focus on power quality calibration methods, 4G/5G network protocols, and advanced signal processing techniques. Collaborations with international researchers emphasize standards like BDS EN 50160 and tools such as LabVIEW and MATLAB. Scientific Awards : Silver Medal, Technical University of Sofia Grants and Projects : Led 8 international projects and participated in over 30, including EU-funded initiatives on measurement standards and power quality. He also contributed to educational reforms in electrical engineering curricula. Publications and Leadership : Authored over 20 books and 130+ publications, with 15+ indexed in Scopus/Web of Science. Active in symposiums like International Symposium Metrology and Metrology Assurance as committee member.
George Souliotis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Peloponnese, where he has been a faculty member since 2019. With over twenty years of professional and research experience in analog integrated circuit design, he has worked for multinational microelectronic companies and continues to serve as a consultant to companies in Greece and abroad. His expertise spans multiple domains of electronic circuit design including high-speed interfaces, RF circuits, and biomedical applications. Dr. Souliotis received his B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Ioannina in 1993, followed by M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Electronics from the University of Patras in 1998 and 2003, respectively. Prior to his current position, he served as a Lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering, TEI of Western Greece (2015-2019), and as an Adjunct Lecturer there from 2002 to 2015. He was also a specialized technical and teaching laboratory staff member at the Department of Physics, University of Patras from 2005 to 2015. His research focuses on analog and mixed signal integrated circuit design , with particular expertise in high-speed serial interfaces (USB2, USB3, BLE, M-PHY), RF circuits operating up to 80 GHz, and low-power design. Dr. Souliotis has made significant contributions to circuits for communication protocols, precision analog design, and biomedical instrumentation. He has published over 60 papers in prestigious journals and conferences and holds two patents in the field, demonstrating consistent research productivity through 2024. Analysis of his recent publications reveals three dominant research streams: high-precision comparators and data converters, power-efficient DC-DC solutions, and biomedical interface circuits. His work consistently addresses challenges in speed, accuracy, and power consumption across diverse applications from consumer electronics to medical devices. The integration of traditional analog design with modern communication protocols represents a unifying theme across his research portfolio. Senior Member of IEEE Two patents in analog circuit design Dr. Souliotis serves as a reviewer for more than 10 international journals and conferences, contributing to scholarly discourse in his field. His industry consulting work demonstrates the practical applicability of his research, while his role in the ECSA Laboratory supports both undergraduate and graduate education in hardware design. His collaborations span academic and industrial partners in Greece and internationally. As a core member of the ECSA Laboratory (Electronics Circuits, Systems and Applications) at the University of Peloponnese, Dr. Souliotis contributes to research in FPGA and ASIC design, analog/mixed signal circuits, RF design, and digital systems for security applications. The laboratory provides essential infrastructure for advancing research in integrated circuit design while training students in state-of-the-art techniques across the analog-digital spectrum.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramazan Köprü serves as a full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Işık University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Istanbul. His academic career spans over two decades with continuous contributions to microwave engineering, circuit design, and antenna technologies, maintaining an active teaching and research profile through 2025. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Electronics Engineering (1995-2013) from Istanbul Technical University Master's in Electronics and Communication Engineering (1991-1994) from Istanbul Technical University BSc in Electronics and Communication Engineering (1987-1991) from Yıldız University Dr. Köprü's research centers on advanced microwave systems with emphasis on wideband amplifier design, active inductor circuits, and antenna matching networks. His work bridges theoretical circuit synthesis with practical RF implementations, particularly focusing on GaN-based amplifiers, tunable components, and UWB systems. Recent publications demonstrate innovative approaches like the Normalized Gain Function Method and FSRFT techniques for optimizing power transfer and bandwidth in wireless communication systems. Analysis of his 2024 publications reveals a concentrated effort in solving impedance matching challenges for next-generation wireless devices, with significant attention to low-loss active components and precision synthesis methods. These works consistently target applications in high-speed data transmission, mobile communications, and sensor systems, reflecting strong industry relevance. He has supervised two graduate students to completion: Hadi Ghasemzadeh Momen (2016 MSc thesis on tunable active inductors) and Moaamen Magdy Abdelrazeq Mohamed (2025 PhD thesis on time-domain ADC circuits). His research is supported by projects including the ASELSAN HEWS PROGRAM and microwave circuit design packages developed for industrial applications. As an IEEE member since 2016, he contributes to the academic community through conference participation and peer review activities.
Dr. Shubham Sahay is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on solid-state logic and memory devices, neuromorphic computing, and hardware security. He completed his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi in 2018 and his B.Tech in Electronics Engineering from IIT BHU, Varanasi in 2014. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi, 2018 B.Tech in Electronics Engineering, IIT BHU, Varanasi, 2014 Dr. Sahay's research interests span hardware platforms for neuromorphic computing, hardware security primitives, novel device architectures for scaling CMOS technology, analytical and compact modeling of semiconductor devices, non-volatile memories, and spintronics. His work bridges the gap between theoretical device physics and practical applications in computing and security domains, with a particular emphasis on memory technologies and their applications in emerging computing paradigms. His publications reveal a strong focus on memory technologies, particularly NAND flash and emerging memory devices like OxRAM. Dr. Sahay has made significant contributions to neuromorphic computing architectures and hardware security primitives that leverage inherent device variability. His work demonstrates expertise in both theoretical modeling and practical implementation of advanced semiconductor devices. List of golden reviewers for IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices (TED) 2017-2020 I.I.T. (B.H.U.), Varanasi Gold Medal 2014 Late Prof. Nagesh Chandra Vaidya Gold Medal 2014 Dr. (Late) Nandita Saha Roy Memorial Gold Medal 2014 C. Raja Gopal Memorial Gold Medal 2014 Dr. Ayyagari Sambasiva Rao Prize 2014 Late Prof. Manoranjan Sengupta Platinum Jubilee Merit Award 2014 Dr. Sahay serves as an editor for IETE Technical Review and is an active member of IEEE, where he also holds the position of Vice-chair for IEEE EDS, UP Section. His research has been supported by various funding sources, though specific grant details are not provided in the available information. Dr. Sahay teaches courses including EE698P (Memory Technology and Neuromorphic Computing), EE370 tutorial (Digital Electronics), EE210 tutorial (Microelectronics - I), and EE201 tutorial (Introduction to Electronics), contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education in electrical engineering.
