As the backbone of today’s electronic technologies, semiconductors play a critical role in device innovation. This research focuses on creating and understanding ultrathin semiconductor materials, ranging from quantum dots and nanowires to atomically thin two-dimensional materials, to support the development of faster, more compact, and energy-efficient electronic systems.
Researchers investigate the complete development process, from material growth and integration to device manufacturing, helping overcome key technological barriers for future computing, communication, and energy technologies.
2. Neuromorphic computing and AI chips
Most computers today rely on separate hardware for memory and computation. As a result, moving data between these components can become a major performance bottleneck, often referred to as the “memory wall.”
This research explores alternative computing approaches inspired by the human brain, known as neuromorphic computing.
Using emerging technologies such as memristors (electronic components that can both process and remember information) and advanced semiconductor materials, researchers are developing highly energy-efficient AI chips. These technologies could support future generations of AI systems while significantly reducing memory consumption.
3.Intelligent sensing and wearable systems
This research area develops smart wearable devices that can continuously monitor health and environmental conditions. The team combines flexible electronics, advanced sensors, and AI algorithms to create comfortable, noninvasive devices capable of collecting and analysing data in real time.
The research supports continuous health monitoring by combining data collection, real-time analysis, and AI-enabled diagnostic insights.
4. Future energy systems and power electronics
The transition toward renewable energy is driving the need for power systems that can efficiently manage changing energy supplies while ensuring reliable performance.
This research area focuses on technologies for efficient power conversion, energy storage management, and the coordinated integration of multiple energy sources. Researchers develop advanced power electronics, energy storage technologies, and intelligent energy management systems that help coordinate renewable energy, battery storage, and electricity demand across smart grids and virtual power plants. These innovations improve the efficiency, reliability, security, and resilience of modern energy systems.
5. Advanced semiconductor-based power devices and electrified drives
Efficient power management plays a vital role in electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and modern industrial equipment. Researchers develop advanced semiconductor power devices, high-performance electric drive systems, and innovative thermal management solutions that improve efficiency, increase reliability, lower operating costs, and support the growth of electrified transportation and advanced manufacturing.
1. Advanced semiconductor materials and devices
As the backbone of today’s electronic technologies, semiconductors play a critical role in device innovation. This research focuses on creating and understanding ultrathin semiconductor materials, ranging from quantum dots and nanowires to atomically thin two-dimensional materials, to support the development of faster, more compact, and energy-efficient electronic systems.
Researchers investigate the complete development process, from material growth and integration to device manufacturing, helping overcome key technological barriers for future computing, communication, and energy technologies.
2. Neuromorphic computing and AI chips
Most computers today rely on separate hardware for memory and computation. As a result, moving data between these components can become a major performance bottleneck, often referred to as the “memory wall.”
This research explores alternative computing approaches inspired by the human brain, known as neuromorphic computing.
Using emerging technologies such as memristors (electronic components that can both process and remember information) and advanced semiconductor materials, researchers are developing highly energy-efficient AI chips. These technologies could support future generations of AI systems while significantly reducing memory consumption.
3.Intelligent sensing and wearable systems
This research area develops smart wearable devices that can continuously monitor health and environmental conditions. The team combines flexible electronics, advanced sensors, and AI algorithms to create comfortable, noninvasive devices capable of collecting and analysing data in real time.
The research supports continuous health monitoring by combining data collection, real-time analysis, and AI-enabled diagnostic insights.
4. Future energy systems and power electronics
The transition toward renewable energy is driving the need for power systems that can efficiently manage changing energy supplies while ensuring reliable performance.
This research area focuses on technologies for efficient power conversion, energy storage management, and the coordinated integration of multiple energy sources. Researchers develop advanced power electronics, energy storage technologies, and intelligent energy management systems that help coordinate renewable energy, battery storage, and electricity demand across smart grids and virtual power plants. These innovations improve the efficiency, reliability, security, and resilience of modern energy systems.
5. Advanced semiconductor-based power devices and electrified drives
Efficient power management plays a vital role in electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and modern industrial equipment. Researchers develop advanced semiconductor power devices, high-performance electric drive systems, and innovative thermal management solutions that improve efficiency, increase reliability, lower operating costs, and support the growth of electrified transportation and advanced manufacturing.