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Congratulations Alan Mantooth!
Your NEW IEEE Division II Director“I want to thank everyone who supported me and rest assured,
I will represent all of the Division II Societies with equal fervor.
I look forward to serving them all on the IEEE Board of Directors.”
–Alan Mantooth
Congratulations Alan Mantooth!
Your NEW IEEE Division II Director“I want to thank everyone who supported me and rest assured, I will represent all of the Division II Societies with equal fervor. I look forward to serving them all on the IEEE Board of Directors.”
–Alan Mantooth
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Dr. Meng Presented at the Arkansas Lithium Innovation Summit
In October, Dr. Xiangbo (Henry) Meng, an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, served as a featured speaker at the Arkansas Lithium Innovation Summit. Held in Little Rock, Arkansas, the summit brought together more than 900 industry experts...
The U of A Hosted the IEEE Design Methodologies Conference (DMC)
In November, we hosted the IEEE DMC, welcoming professionals from industry and research institutions for a dynamic and engaging conference. The event featured inspiring keynote speakers, technical and poster sessions, guided facility tours, and a memorable welcome...
3 UAPG Faculty were Selected to Lead Research Working Groups
Three UAPG faculty members—Kiesha Walters, Qinghua Li, and Chris Farnell—have been selected to lead and contribute to Research Working Groups awarded by the College of Engineering. These working groups focus on emerging research areas with strong potential for growth...
$3.5M Award Boosts Power Electronics Research at U of A
The University of Arkansas has secured a $3.5 million award from the National Institute of Standards and Technology to elevate its roles as a leader in power-electronics research and development. The funding will support upgrades to the High Density Electronics Center...
UA Power Group Featured at SEMICON West
The University of Arkansas Power Group represented the University of Arkansas at SEMICON West in October, engaging with industry leaders and showcasing its research, facilities, and industry partnerships in power electronics and semiconductor technologies. Coverage of...
Inside MUSiC: Dr. Alan Mantooth on Silicon Carbide Innovation
In this podcast, Dr. Alan Mantooth discusses how Arkansas is emerging as a leader in silicon carbide research and manufacturing. He explores the state’s growing role in advanced power‑electronics innovation and the impact MUSiC will have on U.S. semiconductor...
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