Mission and Vision
Mission
The University of Arkansas Power Group is committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and innovation in the field of power engineering. Our mission is to educate, empower, and inspire the next generation of engineers and leaders to address global energy challenges by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge research, and experiential learning. Through rigorous academics and practical experiences, we strive to develop professionals who will drive sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions for a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
Vision
The University of Arkansas Power Group envisions a future where clean, reliable, and affordable power is accessible to all. We aspire to be a renowned hub of excellence in power engineering education and research, recognized globally for pioneering advancements that revolutionize energy systems. Our vision is to shape a world where our graduates and breakthrough technologies lead the way in shaping a sustainable energy future, contributing to the well-being of societies and the preservation of our planet for generations to come.
UA Power Group Team
Technical

Juan Balda
power systems and power electronics

David Huitink
thermal management, packaging, and reliability

Yarui Peng
design automation tools

Morgan Ware
wide bandgap devices, capacitors

Zhong Chen
devices and fabrication

Qinghua Li
cybersecurity

John Ransom
semiconductor fabrication and device design

Thomas White
semiconductor manufacturing, wide bandgap devices

Jia Di
asynchronous digital IC design, cybersecurity, hardware security

Alan Mantooth
semiconductor device modeling, CAD, packaging, and power & analog IC design, cybersecurity

Greg Salamo
materials and devices

Jingxian Wu
data analytics and communications

Jeff Dix
analog IC design, artificial neural networks

Chris Farnell
embedded systems, cybersecurity, and power electronics testing

Roy McCann
motor drives, storage, and controls

Xiaoqing Song
power electronics and power packaging

Yue Zhao
motors, machines and drives
Administration

Karin Alvarado
Marketing & Communications Manager

Kristen Armstrong
Financial Manager

Shannon G. Davis
Ph.D. CRA
Executive Project/Program Director

Lauryn Hyles
Proposals, MUSiC
Procurement, HiDEC

Ruby McCloskey
Student/Staff Onboarding, Offboarding, Travel, Printing

Liz Pommier
Student/Faculty/Staff Procurement

Claire Prichard
Executive Assistant to Dr. Alan Mantooth