The future of holistic circuits
Tuesday, January 28, 2014 - 09:30
in Physics & Chemistry
In a matter of a few decades, silicon chips have transformed the way we live, taking us from typewriters, landlines, and turntables to computers, cell phones, and MP3 players (which by now, are in your cell phone anyway). Today, with the continued development of complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) technology, literally billions of transistors can be placed on a tiny, inexpensive chip and customized to perform all sorts of marvels. Developing these technologies and exploring potential applications keeps Ali Hajimiri, Thomas G. Myers Professor of Electrical Engineering at Caltech, and everyone in his lab busy.