جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Neural Interfaces
• Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Biosystems & Computational Biology
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Michel M. Maharbiz is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He leads research on miniaturized bioelectronic interfaces, including neural dust implants and cyborg insects. He holds affiliations with the Berkeley Sensor & Actuator Center (BSAC), Center for Neural Engineering & Prostheses (CNEP), and SWARM Lab. His education includes a Ph.D. in EECS from UC Berkeley (2003) and a B.S. in EE from Cornell University (1997). Maharbiz's research integrates MEMS, ultrasonic systems, and synthetic biology to develop wireless neural interfaces, implantable sensors, and biohybrid devices. Key focus areas are neural dust technology for peripheral nerve recording, magnetoelastic strain sensors for medical applications, and electrochemical biosensing using bacterial flagellar motors. His publications emphasize neural interfaces, ultrasonic implants, and biomedical monitoring. Recent articles explore ultrasonic power delivery (2025), radiation detectors for oncology (2025), and fracture-healing smart plates (2019). Trends include miniaturization of wireless implants, closed-loop therapeutic systems, and novel biomaterials. Scientific Awards: McKnight Technological Innovations in Neuroscience Award (2017) Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub Investigator (2017) NSF CAREER Award (2009) MIT TR10 Top Emerging Technology (2009) Bakar Fellows Spark Award (2012) He directs the Maharbiz Lab, advancing neural dust and bioelectronic interfaces. Projects include impedance-based fracture monitoring, carbon fiber neural arrays, and hernia repair sensors. Funding includes NSF and industry partnerships for implantable device development.

Sumeet Kumar Guptaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuromorphic Computing
• Low Power VLSI Design
• Emerging Nanotechnologies
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Sumeet Kumar Gupta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. His academic career spans from his current role to a prior Assistant Professorship at Pennsylvania State University (2014-2017) and an engineering position at Qualcomm Inc. (2012-2014). He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University (2012), an M.S. from the same institution (2008), and a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi (2006). B.Tech, Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi (2006) M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University (2008) PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University (2012) Dr. Gupta's research focuses on neuromorphic computing, low power variation-aware VLSI design in emerging nanotechnologies, device-circuit co-design, and nano-scale device modeling/simulations. His work addresses challenges in ferroelectric materials, crossbar arrays for deep neural networks, and energy-efficient AI hardware. Recent publications (2025-2024) highlight trends in: Ferroelectric HfO2/HZO thin films Compute-in-memory architectures Variability/stochasticity analysis Machine learning for device optimization Interconnect resistance/temperature effects AI hardware fault tolerance Scientific Awards & Recognitions: DARPA Young Faculty Award (2016) Early Career Professorship, Penn State (2014) 6th TSMC Outstanding Student Research Bronze Award (2012) Magoon Award (Purdue) Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (Purdue, 2007) Intel PhD Fellowship (2009) His professional journey includes academic appointments at Purdue University (2020-present, Associate Professor) and Pennsylvania State University (2014-2017, Assistant Professor) after industry experience at Qualcomm Inc. (2012-2014). He maintains IEEE and EDS membership while publishing over 100 refereed works.

Andras Kisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 2D Materials
• Nanoscale Electronics
• Optoelectronics
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Andras Kis is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) across multiple institutes including the Institute of Electrical Engineering (IEL), Institute of Materials Science (IMX), and teaching programs in Electrical Engineering (SEL-ENS). He leads the Laboratory of Nanoscale Electronics and Structures (LANES) and serves on the PhD program committee for Microsystems and Microelectronics. PhD, EPFL (2003) MS, Physics, University of Zagreb (1999) Baccalaureate, MIOC High School Research Focus: Pioneering work on 2D materials for electronic and optoelectronic devices, particularly transition metal dichalcogenides like MoS2 and PtSe2. His research spans: Transistor design with atomically thin semiconductors Excitonic devices and valleytronics Nanofluidics and ionic logic Optical properties of 2D heterostructures Scalable fabrication of 2D materials Defect engineering and doping techniques Scientific Impact: Based on analysis of 15 most recent publications, his work focuses on advancing 2D materials for next-generation electronics through innovations in: Van der Waals heterostructures Thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications Nanofabrication techniques Spintronic and quantum transport phenomena Memristive and neuromorphic devices Characterization of electronic and optical properties Awards & Recognition: Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Lotfi A. Zadeh Award for Emerging Technologies (2024) Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate Analytics) Teaching & Academic Leadership: Currently teaching courses including Lab in Nanoelectronics , Physical Models for Micro and Nanosystems , and Semiconductor Devices II . He has supervised over 20 PhD students in his research group at EPFL. Laboratory & Collaborations: Directs the Laboratory of Nanoscale Electronics and Structures (LANES) which focuses on fundamental and applied research in 2D materials and nanoelectronic devices. His work bridges materials science, condensed matter physics, and microelectronics engineering.

Bharat Bhuvaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer-Aided Design
• Radiation Effects on Electronics
• Semiconductor Device Modeling
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Professor Bharat Bhuva is a faculty member in the School of Engineering at Vanderbilt University, holding the position of Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering . His research focuses on radiation effects on integrated circuits, semiconductor device modeling, and VLSI design, with an emphasis on advancing the resilience of nanoscale electronics against single-event effects and total-ionizing-dose damage. He also investigates emerging technologies like FinFET and FDSOI for improved radiation hardness and performance. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, North Carolina State University M.S. in Electrical Engineering, North Carolina State University B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Maharaja Sayajirao University Research Interests: Professor Bhuva’s work spans computer-aided design tools, semiconductor process modeling, and the mitigation of radiation-induced failures in advanced integrated circuits. His studies address challenges posed by scaling to smaller technology nodes (e.g., 3-nm FinFET) and the impact of environmental factors like temperature, bias conditions, and neutron exposure on circuit reliability. Key areas include multicell upsets, single-event upset (SEU) cross-section analysis, and the efficacy of radiation-hardened-by-design (RHBD) techniques. Awards & Recognition: None explicitly listed in the provided text. However, his extensive publications in top-tier journals like IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science highlight his contributions to the field. Grants & Advising: Advises on projects related to advanced semiconductor technologies and radiation effects. His research has been supported by grants from institutions focusing on space electronics and nanotechnology. No specific grant details or student advisees are listed. Labs & Teams: Likely affiliated with Vanderbilt’s Cyber-physical Systems and Nano Science and Technology research neighborhoods, though specific lab names are not mentioned in the text.

• Defects in Semiconductors
• Porous AlGaN Materials
• Cathodoluminescence Spectroscopy
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Gunnar Kusch is a Senior Research Associate at the Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy, University of Cambridge. His research focuses on defects in semiconductors, porous AlGaN materials, and advanced characterization techniques like cathodoluminescence (CL) and atom probe tomography (APT). He holds a PhD from the University of Strathclyde and leads projects on UV-B LED optimization, nanoscale defect behavior analysis, and semiconductor device design. His work bridges materials synthesis, characterization, and device performance, with applications in energy-efficient lighting and solar cell technology. Key research areas include: Defect engineering in III-nitride semiconductors Porous AlGaN templates for high-efficiency UV emitters Correlative microscopy techniques (CL, EBSD, APT) Composition-structure-property relationships in photovoltaic materials Notable contributions include developing CL-based methods for nanoscale defect analysis and demonstrating improved Cu(In,Ga)S₂ solar cell efficiencies through compositional engineering. His laboratory focuses on translating microscopic insights into macroscopic device improvements.

Chih-Hung Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Technologies
• Microelectronics & VLSI
• Digital & Smart Systems
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Dr. Chih-Hung (James) Chen is a Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on noise-related issues in semiconductor devices, low-noise circuit design for medical and communication applications, and thermal noise characterization in nano-scale transistors. He holds senior member status in IEEE and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario. Education: Ph.D., McMaster University, 2002 M.A.Sc., Simon Fraser University, 1997 B.Sc., National Central University, Taiwan, 1991 Research interests include biomedical technologies, microelectronics & VLSI, and digital/smart systems. He has collaborated with companies like Sony Corporation, United Microelectronics Corporation, and Focus Microwaves. His work is supported by grants from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), NSERC, and the Ontario Innovation Trust (OIT). Notable achievements include serving on the International Advisory Committee of the International Conference on Noise and Fluctuations (2015) and as an editor for the Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications since 2022. Teaching includes courses like Analysis and Design of RF ICs for Communications and Electronic Devices and Circuits 2. His research lab focuses on advancing noise measurement techniques and designing ultra-low-power analog circuits for emerging applications.

Azad J Naeemiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanotechnology
• Nanoelectronics
• Spintronics
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Azad J Naeemi is a Professor holding the Dean's Professorship in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Journal on Exploratory Computational Devices and Circuits and Associate Director for Computation of the NSF-supported National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI). His educational background includes a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Sharif University (1994) and M.S./Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Tech (2001/2003). Prior to academia, he worked as a design engineer in Tehran (1994-1999) and as a research engineer at Georgia Tech's Microelectronics Research Center (2004-2008). Professor Naeemi's research spans nanotechnology with focus on emerging nanoelectronic devices, spintronics, ferroelectric devices, and design technology co-optimization for CMOS/beyond-CMOS technologies. His work bridges materials, devices, circuits, and systems, particularly investigating integrated circuits based on nanoscale devices and interconnects. Educational research includes experiential learning environments for engineering education. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on spin-orbit torque MRAM, ternary content addressable memories, ferroelectric/antiferroelectric devices, and plasmonic circuits. Key trends include energy-efficient hardware accelerators, neuromorphic computing applications, and compact modeling for advanced technology nodes. His scientific honors include: IEEE Solid-State Circuits Society James Meindl Innovators Award (2022) IEEE Electron Devices Society Paul Rappaport Award (2008) NSF CAREER Award (2013) SRC Inventor Recognition Award (2010) Multiple Georgia Tech teaching awards Professor Naeemi leads research supported by NSF (including NNCI infrastructure) and SRC. His editorial role with IEEE JXCDC positions him at the forefront of exploratory computational devices. He previously served as General Co-Chair for the IEEE International Interconnect Technology Conference (2013). His work connects with Georgia Tech's Microelectronics Research Center and national nanotechnology initiatives through the NNCI network, focusing on computational infrastructure for nanoscale device characterization and design.

Michal Lipsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanophotonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Electro-optic properties of silicon
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Michal Lipson serves as the Eugene Higgins Professor of Electrical Engineering and Professor of Applied Physics at Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. Elected to both the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Sciences, she pioneered critical building blocks in silicon photonics that have transformed the field, with over 50,000 related publications annually. Her research has generated more than 250 scientific publications and 45 issued patents. Lipson's research focuses on nanophotonics and silicon photonics, where she demonstrated the ability to tailor electro-optic properties of silicon in landmark 2004 and 2005 Nature papers. Her work has enabled the development of photonic devices and circuits that now form the foundation of over 1,000 papers published yearly. She investigates novel optical phenomena while developing practical applications that address major bottlenecks in microelectronics. Her research spans fundamental physics to practical device implementation, with particular emphasis on integrated photonic systems. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strategic expansion from foundational silicon photonics into emerging applications including quantum information processing, machine learning acceleration, biomedical sensing, and topological photonics. While maintaining core expertise in silicon-based devices, her work increasingly incorporates 2D materials, heterogeneous integration, and novel optical phenomena to push performance boundaries. The research demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental device physics to system-level implementations with practical applications. National Academy of Engineering (2025) National Academy of Sciences MacArthur Fellowship Blavatnik Award Optica's R.W. Wood Prize IEEE Photonics Award John Tyndall Award NAS Comstock Prize in Physics Thomson Reuters Top 1% Highly Cited Researcher (annually since 2014) Professor Lipson has mentored an exceptional research group, graduating 40 PhD students and 2 MS students, with numerous postdocs and visiting researchers. Her alumni occupy prominent positions including professorships at major universities (Rochester, Ottawa, UNICAMP, Johns Hopkins), leadership roles at Intel, Bell Labs, and startups she co-founded (HyperLight, Voyant Photonics). Her laboratory has received substantial research funding supporting cutting-edge work in nanofabrication, optical characterization, and device development. Current research directions include quantum photonics, AI-accelerated optical systems, and novel materials integration. The Lipson Research Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for nanophotonic device design, fabrication, and characterization. The team comprises principal investigators, postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and administrative staff working collaboratively across disciplines including electrical engineering, materials science, physics, and applied physics. The group maintains strong industry partnerships while pursuing fundamental scientific advances in light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.

Jung Hanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wide bandgap semiconductor materials
• Optoelectronic devices
• Nanoscale materials and devices
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Jung Han is the William A. Norton Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Yale University, affiliated with the School of Engineering & Applied Science. He holds a Ph.D. from Purdue University and leads the Optoelectronics Materials and Devices Group, focusing on interdisciplinary research in III-nitride semiconductors, optoelectronics, and power electronics. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in solid-state lighting, energy harvesting, and next-generation electronics. Research interests include wide-bandgap semiconductor materials (e.g., GaN), nanoscale device fabrication, and epitaxial growth techniques. He pioneered nanoporous GaN distributed Bragg reflectors (DBRs) for high-efficiency LEDs and lasers, as well as selective-area growth methods for power electronics. His lab explores green energy technologies, flexible electronics, and hybrid organic-inorganic semiconductors. Publications emphasize advancements in GaN-based vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs), SWIR detectors, and micro-LED displays. Recent work addresses challenges in defect control, scalability of III-nitride devices, and integration with emerging materials. His group collaborates across engineering, applied physics, and chemistry to advance sustainable energy and high-performance optoelectronics. Notable contributions include wafer-level integrated white-LEDs with quantum dots, damage-free in-situ GaN etching via TBCl, and stacking-fault-free GaN growth on foreign substrates. His research has been recognized in high-impact journals like Advanced Materials and Applied Physics Letters .

• Microelectronics
• Analog/Digital Circuit Design
• Ultra Low Power Circuits
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Snorre Aunet is a Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), with additional roles as an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo. His academic career spans institutions in Norway, Germany, and the USA, including sabbaticals at Bielefeld University and University of California, San Diego. Education: Electronics Engineering (Trondheim Technical College, 1987), Informatics (UiO, 1993), and Physical Electronics (NTNU, 2002) Research Focus Dr. Aunet specializes in ultra-low-power mixed-signal integrated circuits and nanoscale CMOS technologies . His work includes innovative MEMS transducer designs for energy harvesting, digital IC development, and robust circuit solutions for emerging semiconductor challenges. Recent Publications His recent contributions include advancements in MEMS technology for sustainable energy systems, editorial leadership at NorCAS conferences, and policy discussions on the European Chips Act. These reflect expertise in both cutting-edge design and strategic technology development. Scientific Recognition 2019: Elected to Norwegian Academy of Technical Sciences (NTVA) 2015: Best Paper Award at Asia Symposium on Quality Electronic Design 2006: IEEE Senior Member (Electron Devices Society) 2003: Best Poster Award at Int'l Conf. on Evolvable Systems Leadership & Grants He has chaired multiple IEEE conferences and contributed to projects like Robust Ultra-Low-Power Circuits for Nano-Scale CMOS (NTNU/University of Paderborn). His career combines academic leadership with industry collaboration through Nordic Semiconductor and international research councils.

Vladimir Bulovićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanotechnology
• Renewable Energy
• Photonics
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Vladimir Bulović is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT, holding the Fariborz Maseeh Chair in Emerging Technology. He serves as Founding Director of MIT.nano, a 20,000 m² nanofabrication and prototyping facility. His research focuses on nanoscale materials, renewable energy, and optoelectronics, with emphasis on scalable solar technologies and printed electronics. Education: B.S.E. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University. Research Interests: Development of thin-film photovoltaics (perovskites, organic PVs), energy-efficient optoelectronics, and advanced manufacturing techniques. His work bridges nanotechnology with real-world applications, such as transparent solar cells and flexible electronics. Key innovations include vapor transport deposition (VTD) for perovskite solar cells and scalable printed electronics. Publications: Over 250 articles (45,000+ citations) focus on perovskite materials, semiconductor fabrication, and optoelectronic device optimization. Recent trends emphasize machine learning-driven materials design and stability enhancement strategies for photovoltaics. Awards: MacVicar Fellowship (2018), Top 1% Highly Cited Researcher (2018) Advising & Grants: Co-founded Ubiquitous Energy, Kateeva, and QD Vision. Led projects on grid-edge solar solutions and MIT-Eni Solar Frontiers Center. Served as Associate Dean for Innovation and Director of MIT’s Innovation Initiative (2013–2018). Labs/Teams: Directs the Organic and Nanostructured Electronics Lab and oversees MIT.nano’s interdisciplinary research programs.

Wenjing Raoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• VLSI Test
• Fault-Tolerance
• Reliability
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Wenjing Rao is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Her research focuses on VLSI test, fault-tolerance, reliability, and hardware security in emerging nanoelectronic systems. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science from University of California, San Diego (2008) B.S. in Computer Science from Peking University (2001) Her work explores novel computation paradigms through physical unclonable functions (PUFs), defect-tolerant logic implementation, and scalable fault tolerance in many-processor arrays. Publications emphasize hardware security, reconfiguration strategies, and reliability challenges in nanoscale architectures. Notable honors include the 2017 Harold A. Simon Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 2012 NSF CAREER Award. She has contributed to key journals like IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design and conferences including DATE, ASPDAC, and NANOARCH.

Bernard Doudinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spintronics
• Nanoelectronics
• Magnetic Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Bernard Doudin is a Professor at the University of Strasbourg, working with the Magnetic Objects on the NanoScale (DMONS) group at the Institute of Physics and Chemistry of Materials of Strasbourg (IPCMS). He holds office 1014 and can be contacted at bernard.doudin@ipcms.unistra.fr. Doudin has been actively coordinating several major research initiatives including STnano Coordinator for Innovative Training Networks, Coordinator of the Graduate School Quantum Science and Nanomaterials QMat, and Coordinator of the Interdisciplinary Thematic Institute Quantum Science and Nanomaterials. Doudin's research focuses on nanoscale devices that leverage the spin degree of freedom, with expertise spanning spintronics, 2D electronic detectors, multi-stimuli devices, and magnetic forces at the nanoscale. His work bridges physics, materials science, and chemistry, exploring applications in molecular electronics, nanofluidics, and electrochemistry. He has pioneered original systems and concepts in spintronics, evolving toward multifunctional devices that take advantage of quantum properties at the nanoscale. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on van der Waals heterostructures, magnetic microhydrodynamics, and graphene-based spintronic devices. His research shows a clear trend toward integrating multiple physical phenomena (magnetic, electrical, optical) in single devices, with particular emphasis on neuromorphic computing applications, magnetically controlled fluid dynamics, and photoferroelectric effects. The publications demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration across physics, materials science, and engineering disciplines. PhD prize of the University of Lausanne (top 2%) NSF Career grant (1998) Adjunct Director of the NSF MRSEC Center (2000) Chaired Professor of the French Ministry (2005) Fellow of the University of Strasbourg International Studies (2014) Fellow of the Institut Universitaire de France (Senior, 2021) Professor Doudin has secured significant research funding and coordinates multiple large-scale projects including the Innovative Training Networks Marie Skodowska-Curie actions and the Graduate School Quantum Science and Nanomaterials. His leadership extends to scientific direction of cleanroom facilities and interdisciplinary research initiatives that bring together approximately 50 principal investigators across various quantum science and nanomaterials projects. Doudin leads research activities at IPCMS, particularly within the DMONS group focusing on magnetic phenomena at the nanoscale. His work integrates experimental approaches across spintronics, nanofabrication, and materials characterization, with strong connections to both fundamental physics and potential applications in next-generation electronic devices.

Sonali Dasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Device Electronics
• RF and Microwave MEMS
• Solar Cells
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Sonali Das is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, India, in 2017. Research Interests: Her work focuses on device electronics, RF and microwave MEMS, solar cells, phototransistors, optoelectronic synaptic and neuromorphic devices, and emerging micro-nano fabrication technologies. She investigates light-trapping mechanisms in solar cells, develops biomimetic photovoltaic structures, and explores 2D material-based memristors for neuromorphic computing. Professional Activities: Das has served as a technical reviewer for the UCF Seed Funding Program (2019), instructor for Camp Connect I and II lab tours (2017–2019), and mentor for Camp Connect III programs at UCF (2019). She is an IEEE member. Scientific Awards: GAP Award, UCF Research Foundation and UCF Office of Technology Transfer (2019) Fulbright Bhaskara Advanced Solar Energy (BASE) Fellowship (2015) Teaching: She teaches courses including Semiconductor Devices (EEE 3350), Electronics I and II (EEE 3307/4309), Linear Circuits II (EEL 3123), Electromagnetic Fields (EEL 3470), Signal Analysis & Analog Communication (EEL 3552), Linear Control Systems (EEL 3657), and Digital Systems (EEE 3342).

Elliot Wright Hawkesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Soft Robotics
• Mechanical Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elliot Wright Hawkes is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering , University of California, Santa Barbara . He leads the Hawkes Group, focusing on robotics innovation through design, mechanics, and non-traditional materials. His research enables robust, adaptable, human-safe robots for unstructured environments. Hawkes holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2015) and MS in Mechanical Engineering (2014) from Stanford University, and a AB in Mechanical Engineering (2011) from Harvard. Research Areas : Solid Mechanics, Materials & Structures, Dynamic Systems and Control, Robotics, Biomechanics, Micro/Nanoscale Engineering Key Projects : Bio-inspired microstructured adhesives, Non-linear compliant mechanisms, High-power soft actuators, Soft exoskeletons, Growing robots His work has produced 20+ patents and 15+ recent publications spanning vine robots, soft actuators, rehabilitation devices, and extreme mobility systems. Notable awards include: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) National Science Foundation CAREER Award NASA Early Career Faculty Award 2020 Packard Fellow Northrop Grumman Excellence in Teaching Award Student Advisees (PhD/Master's): Matthew Devlin, William Heap, Sophia Paul, Nathan Usevitch, Charles Xiao, Nicholas Naclerio, David Haggerty, Lucia Gan, Patrick Slade, Cole Simpson, Mengjia Zhu, Anna Alvarez, Mijail Mendoza Flores, Laura Blumenschein, Tania Morimoto, Zachary Hammond, Muhammad Usman, Hao Jiang, Inrak Choi, and others. Laboratory Focus : The Hawkes Lab explores the intersection of design, mechanics, and materials to solve challenges in robotics, medicine, and biomechanics. Notable projects include: Material-like robotic collectives with spatiotemporal control Variable friction shoe for rehabilitation (US Patent 12,082,641) Soft robotic burrowing devices for NASA applications Light-controlled actuator arrays for extreme environments Plant root-inspired anchoring systems for granular media