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Thankful for the Tech Behind the Scenes
At Thanksgiving, we rarely consider the foundational technology powering the celebration. From the power grid to semiconductors, electrical and computer engineering quietly enables the comfort and abundance we enjoy.
ECE Leading the Way at 2025 International Electron Devices Meeting
Thirteen papers were accepted to IEEE IEDM, a record for Georgia Tech, and the highest among U.S. universities.
AMD CTO Mark Papermaster Headlines ECE Distinguished Lecture
One of industry’s top AI and computing experts delivered ECE’s inaugural Carreker Distinguished Lecture, emphasizing that success in the AI era depends on collaboration, integration, and holistic design.
Momentum Builds for FutureG Wireless Communications with Launch of New Research Center
The Center for Wireless Intelligence establishes Georgia Tech as a hub for wireless innovation, powered by a top-tier testbed spanning multiple sites and deep cross-sector collaboration.
The Power of Access: Chris Rozell’s Story of Opportunity
Fueled by determination, Chris Rozell became the first in his family to go to college. He continued his education in graduate school, and now conducts research at Tech to find effective treatments for chronic psychiatric disorders. Rozell’s journey, made possible by federal and community financial support, has allowed him to break the cycle of generational poverty and make an impact on others.
Sharc Lab’s 3D Chip Design Research Wins Best Paper Award
Ph.D. students Ismael Youssef and Hang Yang introduced LaZagna, a tool for exploring billions of 3D field-programmable gate array design options, earning top honors at the International Conference on Computer-Aided Design.
Georgia Tech Brings Industry and Academia Together to Plot the Future of AI in Healthcare
The Accessible Healthcare through AI-Augmented Decisions (AHeAD) Center’s planning meeting charted a path to enhance patient experiences and outcomes through AI innovation.
LISTEN: Herrman Talks Digital Twins and Generative AI on Society of Exploration Geophysics Podcast
The ECE professor appeared on Seismic Soundoff to discuss how digital twins and generative AI are reshaping subsurface geophysics.
Georgia Tech’s Century-Old Radio Club Hosts Largest Bootcamp Ever
Students learned radio electronics, antennas, and digital communication while earning licenses and building connections across campus.
AlRegib Selected to 2026 IEEE Signal Processing Society Distinguished Lecturer Class
The ECE professor will give talks to Signal Processing Society chapters, helping to engage members in a variety of signal processing topics and foster interest in the field.
Krishna Wins Under-40 Innovator's Award for AI Computing Design Tools
The Design Automation Conference recognized Tushar Krishna for work on an ecosystem of AI design tools to help enable the future of computing.
Hasler and Li Named Texas Instruments Termed Professors
The professorships will support the pair’s work in analog and mixed-signal design for five years.
Khan and Menon Selected for Prestigious EU-US Frontiers of Engineering Symposium
The National Academy of Engineering–affiliated symposium brings together top early-career researchers from both sides of the Atlantic to address critical challenges in science and technology.
Low Frequency Radio Lab Trio Go to Alaska for Atmospheric Research
Ph.D. students Gus Richter, Malhar Tamhane, and Felipe Sandaval took part in the Polar Aeronomy and Radio Science program, taking advantage of the unique geography and equipment to work on their Ph.D. research.
Georgia Tech Startup Sets Sights on Transforming Heart Failure Care
Professor Omer Inan and his lab developed a lightweight wearable patch designed to continuously monitor cardiac activity, providing heart failure patients and their doctors a more complete view of how the heart functions in everyday life.
ECE Among Nation's Best in 2026 U.S. News and World Report Undergraduate Rankings
Electrical engineering rose to the number three in the latest rankings, while computer engineering came in at sixth.
Zia Wins Georgia Life Sciences Golden Helix Innovation Award
The ECE researcher won the award for his neuromuscular diagnostic technology, named Myomatrix.
Dorado-Rojas Awarded Fellowship to Advance Grid Research in France
The ECE Ph.D. student is going overseas to develop real-time control strategies for modern power systems after receiving the prestigious Chateaubriand Fellowship from the French government.
Yu Receives SRC Technical Excellence Award
The ECE professor was honored for advancing open-source tools and memory technologies shaping future computing.
Farahmand Receives IEEE UEMCON Best Paper Award
ECE research faculty member Fariborz Farahmand received the Best Paper Award in the Big Data, Image Processing, and Multimedia Technology Track at the 2017 IEEE 8th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics, and Mobile Communications Conference.
Honoring a Professor Who Made Learning Feel Alive
Inspired by John Uyemura's unforgettable teaching style and mentorship, two Georgia Tech alumni have established a scholarship endowment fund in memory of the late educator, whose influence continues to resonate decades after his passing.
Mandal Recognized for Advances in Neurological Disorder Treatment Technology
The recent ECE Ph.D. graduate was awarded the Best Student Paper Award at the 2025 IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, where he presented a novel integrated circuit architecture designed to overcome the shortcomings of current neuromodulation technology.
Bakir Named Inaugural GlobalFoundries Termed Chair
The appointment recognizes Bakir’s leadership in advanced packaging and expands Georgia Tech’s role in the field.
Meet the Apple New Silicon Initiative Ph.D. Fellows
The fellowship offers Ph.D. students Julian Arenas and Kevin Patiño-Sosa a valuable opportunity to collaborate with Apple engineers, receive academic support, and apply their research to real-world silicon challenges.
Lindo Wins CoE Soaring Jacket Award
The Communications Program Manager was recognized by colleagues for her dedication and professionalism while leading School communications initiatives and campaigns.
Inan Brings Startup Experience to ECE Leadership Role
As associate chair for Entrepreneurship and Strategic Initiatives, Professor Omer Inan will help guide the School’s commercialization efforts and support strategic partnerships across campus and beyond.
Mahajan Receives Inaugural Google ML and Systems Junior Faculty Award
The award supports early-career researchers whose work advances efficient, scalable, secure, and trustworthy computing systems.
ECE Welcomes New Advisory Board Members and Leadership
New advisory board members and leaders bring deep expertise in technology, law, business, and the arts.
Manley’s Work in Advanced Packaging for AI Hardware Lands Two Spots on Prominent Most-Read List
The Ph.D. candidate’s research in the IEEE Journal on Exploratory Solid-State Computational Devices and Circuits underscores a growing industry focus on heterogeneous integration to power future AI systems.
Naeemi Receives Intel Outstanding Researcher Award for Ferroelectric Capacitor Memory Modeling and Design
The research provides important guidelines for the technology and circuit development needed to achieve a better memory technology.
In Memory of Tom Brewer
Brewer was a foundational part of ECE's instructional program for nearly four decades.
Research, Relationships, and a Wedding in South Korea
ECE Assistant Professor Matthew Flavin spent three weeks in South Korea this summer sharing his team’s groundbreaking work in wearable bioelectronics while also celebrating family a milestone.
A Journey to Japan Brings Life (and Work) into Focus
A family summer trip to Japan offered more than adventure for ECE staff member Bao Nguyen, helping him reflect on the values that guide his life at home and on campus.
Ou Named SRAI Future of the Field Honoree
The ECE financial administrator was recognized as one of the up-and-comers in the field for his leadership and innovation.
Sun-Powered and Speed Obsessed, the Georgia Tech Solar Racing Team Clinches Podium Finish
After driving 170 miles in their custom-built solar-powered car at the 2025 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix, the Georgia Tech Solar Racing team heads into next year looking to go even farther.
Wan Wins First Place at Premier Computing Ph.D. Forum
The Ph.D. candidate was recognized for research that aims to advance performance, efficiency, and trustworthiness of physical intelligence.
Lighting the Way to Faster Data Transfer
DARPA is backing Professor Ali Adibi’s work to use light, not electricity, to move data faster and more efficiently in next-generation electronics.
Prasanna Venkatesan Wins Best Paper at Top Semiconductor Symposium
The Ph.D. student was honored at the IEEE International Reliability Physics Symposium for research that boosts retention in ferroelectric NAND and advancing next-gen memory.
Stüber Says Goodbye to ECE, Looks Back on Teaching, Tech Shifts, and ECE’s Rise
After nearly four decades at ECE, Professor Gordon Stüber reflects on the days of limited network ports and analog mobile phones, while celebrating the School’s rise as a research powerhouse and the evolution of wireless communications.
Strong Year Three Finish Sets Up EcoCAR Team for Final Push
With another second-place finish under their belt, the interdisciplinary club is closing in on the finish line with lessons learned and first place in sight.