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