Electrical Engineering

Computer Vision & Biometrics

Radio Systems

Biomedical Signals and Systems

This specialisation focuses on biomedical signal processing, which is applied on neural engineering (interfacing with the neural system) and on monitoring and influencing body functions on distance through such interfaces.

Dependable Integrated Systems

Communication Networks

Integrated Circuit Design

Integrated Optical Systems

Nano Electronics

Micro Sensors and Systems

Power Electronics

Power electronics is nowadays found in almost every system where electricity is used for computing, communication, renewable energy harvesting and transportation. It is a key technology for improving energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.
Many of our projects involve integrating power electronic converters in systems dealing with modelling and optimizing the interaction between the components; such as batteries, solar cells, electrical machines and electromechanical actuators. Working as an engineer in real life you will often have to solve problems related to power quality, electromagnetic compatibility and overheating while tuning the system for best performance.
Our research focus is on battery electronics, conducted and radiated electromagnetic interference and power electronic packaging. One special theme of the programme is small solar systems with battery storage to provide off-grid electric services to three billion people living in energy poverty. It is a challenging research field because it not only requires innovative and reliable technology, but the solutions need to be sustainable from a socio-economical point of view.

Semiconductor Devices and Technology

Transistors, diodes and capacitors: the topic of study in this track. Research in this area involves the invention and improvement of devices and (micro)fabrication processes; and the development of fundamental understanding of the underlying device physics. Integrated circuits take center stage, but also solar cell technology is studied. The Nanolab fabrication facility allows us to demonstrate such new ideas on a variety of devices and develop the science of working principles and design, with the aim to transfer this knowledge to industry.