Prof. Dr. Shen-Li Chen, National United University, Taiwan

Prof. Dr. Shen-Li Chen is a distinguished academic and consultant in the field of electrical engineering, specializing in VLSI reliability, power electronics, and integrated circuit (IC) design. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from National Tsing-Hua University, Taiwan, in December 1992, following a Master’s in Material Engineering from National Taiwan University and a Bachelor’s in Physics from National Taiwan Normal University. Currently serving as the Dean of the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at National United University, Dr. Chen has held various leadership roles, including Director of the Taiwan ESD Association and Chief Consultant at Matek Technology Co., Ltd. His expertise encompasses ESD/EOS protection design for low and high-voltage ICs, system EMC/EMS testing, and troubleshooting, contributing significantly to advancements in semiconductor reliability and design. With a career spanning over three decades, Dr. Chen’s contributions to academia and industry have established him as a key figure in the field of electrical engineering in Taiwan.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Shen-Li Chen is a distinguished scientist with an extensive academic and professional background in Electrical Engineering, specializing in VLSI reliability, power electronics, and integrated circuit (IC) design. His qualifications, experience, and contributions to the field make him a suitable candidate for the Research for Outstanding Scientist Award.

Education:

Prof. Dr. Shen-Li Chen earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from National Tsing-Hua University in Taiwan, completing his studies in December 1992. Prior to that, he obtained a Master’s degree in Material Engineering (Electrical Material Group) from National Taiwan University in June 1987. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from National Taiwan Normal University, which he completed in July 1981.

Work Experience:

Dr. Chen has a distinguished career in academia and industry, currently serving as the Dean of the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at National United University since August 2021. He has held numerous leadership roles, including Director of the Taiwan ESD Association from 2022 to 2024 and multiple terms in previous years. His consultancy experience spans several tech companies, including PADAUK Technology Co., Ltd., Shenzhen Huawei Technologies, and AU Optronics Corp. Dr. Chen has also contributed to the academic community as a Joint Appointment Professor in the PhD Program in Materials and Chemical Engineering at National United University from 2014 to 2017 and as an advisory committee member for the National Defense Science and Technology Development Research Center since 2016. His expertise lies in VLSI reliability, power electronics, and IC design, focusing on ESD/EOS protection design, system EMC/EMS testing, and CMOS latchup free design/testing.

Publication top Notes:

Impacts of Floating Poly on Electrostatic Discharge Protection of Power-Managed High-Voltage Laterally Diffused Metal Oxide Semiconductor Components

ESD Design and Analysis by Drain Electrode-Embedded Horizontal Schottky Elements for HV nLDMOSs

Layout Strengthening the ESD Performance for High-Voltage N-Channel Lateral Diffused MOSFETs

Robust ESD-Reliability Design of 300-V Power N-Channel LDMOSs with the Elliptical Cylinder Super-Junctions in the Drain Side

Impacts of Floating Poly on ESD Protection of Power-managed High-voltage LDMOS Components

Dr. Ishtiaq Khan | Fault Diagnosis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ishtiaq Khan, University of Genova, Italy

Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan is a dedicated PhD researcher at the University of Genoa in Italy, affiliated with the DITEN Department since November 2022. He has extensive experience in academia, having served as a lecturer at UET Peshawar Campus-III since December 2019, and previously held positions as an assistant professor and lecturer at the Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS) and the Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology Khuzdar (BUETK). Ishtiaq began his career as a lab engineer at the Gandhara Institute of Science & Technology in Peshawar. He earned his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from BUITEMS, where he graduated with a CGPA of 3.87, focusing his thesis on “Automatic Node-switching in Power Utility Company Network for Blackout Avoidance.” A skilled communicator fluent in English, Urdu, and Pashto, he possesses strong teaching and practical expertise in Electrical Power Engineering. His technical skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), and various engineering software tools. Ishtiaq’s commitment to education is reflected in his active participation as a resource person for training programs in areas such as uninterruptible power supply configuration and transformer reassembly.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award: Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan

Personal Information
Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan is a dedicated researcher and educator currently pursuing his PhD at the University of Genoa in Italy, while simultaneously serving as a lecturer at UET Peshawar Campus-III in Pakistan. His extensive background in Electrical Engineering, coupled with significant teaching and research experience, positions him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education

PhD Researcher
University of Genoa, DITEN Department, Genova (GE), Italy
Duration: 01/11/2022–Present
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta (Pakistan)
CGPA: 3.87/4
Graduation Thesis Title: Automatic Node-switching in Power Utility Company Network for Blackout Avoidance
Duration: 04/04/2015–14/12/2017
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology Peshawar, Peshawar (Pakistan)
CGPA: 2.6/4
Duration: 04/10/2004–30/04/2009
Professional Development Training Program
Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering & Management Sciences, Pakistan, Quetta (Pakistan)
Duration: 15/01/2015–10/02/2015
Training Sessions:
- Assembling & Configuration of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) (22/12/2017)
- Re-assembling & Configuration of Transformers (30/03/2016–01/04/2016)
- Repair of AC Motors, Pressure Pumps and Home Appliances (03/12/2015)

Work Experience

PhD Researcher
University of Genoa, DITEN Department, Genova (GE), Italy
Duration: 01/11/2022–Present
Lecturer
UET Peshawar Campus-III, Bannu, Bannu (Pakistan)
Duration: 24/12/2019–Present
Assistant Professor
Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta (Pakistan)
Duration: 14/02/2018–23/12/2019
Lecturer
Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta (Pakistan)
Duration: 09/01/2015–13/02/2018
Lecturer
Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology Khuzdar (BUETK), Khuzdar (Pakistan)
Duration: 16/06/2011–08/01/2015
Lab Engineer
Gandhara Institute of Science & Technology (GIST) Peshawar, Peshawar (Pakistan)
Duration: 19/10/2009–15/06/2011

Prof. Dr. Shen-Li Chen | Robustness Awards | Outstanding Scientist Award