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

Juan Balda

power systems and power electronics

David Huitink

David Huitink

thermal management, packaging, and reliability

Yarui Peng

Yarui Peng

design automation tools

Morgan Ware

Morgan Ware

wide bandgap devices, capacitors

Zhong Chen

Zhong Chen

devices and fabrication

Qinghua Li

Qinghua Li

cybersecurity

John Ransom

John Ransom

semiconductor fabrication and device design

Photo Pending

Thomas White

semiconductor manufacturing, wide bandgap devices

Jia Di

Jia Di

asynchronous digital IC design, cybersecurity, hardware security

Alan Mantooth

Alan Mantooth

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

Greg Salamo

Greg Salamo

materials and devices

Jingxian Wu

Jingxian Wu

data analytics and communications

Jeff Dix

Jeff Dix

analog IC design, artificial neural networks

Chris Farnell

Chris Farnell

embedded systems, cybersecurity, and power electronics testing

Roy McCann

Roy McCann

motor drives, storage, and controls

Xiaoqing Song

Xiaoqing Song

power electronics and power packaging

Yue Zhao

Yue Zhao

motors, machines and drives

Administration

Karin Alvarado

Karin Alvarado

Marketing & Communications Manager

Kristen Armstrong

Kristen Armstrong

Financial Manager

Shannon G. Davis

Shannon G. Davis

Ph.D. CRA
Executive Project/Program Director

Lauryn Hyles

Lauryn Hyles

Proposals, MUSiC
Procurement, HiDEC

Ruby McCloskey

Ruby McCloskey

Student/Staff Onboarding, Offboarding, Travel, Printing

Liz Pommier

Liz Pommier

Student/Faculty/Staff Procurement

Claire Prichard

Claire Prichard

Executive Assistant to Dr. Alan Mantooth