IEEE CAS Day at Changsha, Hunan
The IEEE CASS Day, commemorating the 75th anniversary of IEEE CASS, was successfully held on September 28 at the Semiconductor Technology and Application Innovation Institute of Hunan University in Changsha. Professor Zhang Jiliang, Vice Dean of the School of Semiconductors (School of Integrated Circuits) at Hunan University, interim CAS Hunan Chapter Chair, delivered the welcome speech. He expressed gratitude to CASS members from Korea, including Myung Hoon Sunwoo, Hanho Lee, Minkyu Je, and Jongsun Park, as well as local CAS members from various universities. He also introduced Changsha, Hunan University, and his department, expressing more academic exchanges between universities and activities through the IEEE CASS platform. Hunan CAS Chapter is one of the newly established Chapter in IEEE CASS 2024.
The first presentation is delivered by Professor Myung Hoon Sunwoo from Ajou University, IEEE CAS Society President. First, he reviewed the history of IEEE CASS and introduced the activities conducted in celebration of its 75th anniversary. He then delivered an insightful presentation titled “How can AI and DL help digital healthcare?” Professor Sunwoo introduce the development of artificial intelligence and deep learning, followed by discussing their advancements in accelerating various tasks. He concluded by highlighting the revolutionary role of AI in digital healthcare. His detailed and accessible presentation provided great insights for the attendees.
Professor Hanho Lee from Inha University, IEEE CAS Society Vice President, delivered the next presentation titled “Efficient Hardware Architecture Design for Post-Quantum Cryptography.” He first introduced the security requirements for post-quantum cryptographic modules set by NIST, then discussed in detail the implementation of the lattice-based key encapsulation mechanism standard and its hardware acceleration.
Professor Minkyu Je, KAIST, Daejeon Chapter Chair, and CAS DL, delivered a presentation titled “Building Neural Interfaces - Key Components, System Integration, and Technical Hurdles.” The report systematically introduced the technical challenges, key components, microsystem integration, and the application of neural interfaces in intelligent biomedical devices.
Professor Jongsun Park from Korea University, Seoul CAS Chapter Exco, presented a research report titled “Accelerating Transformers through Row-wise Clustering and Transposable Compute-in Memory.” He explored how to accelerate Transformer models using row-wise clustering and transposable Compute-in-Memory (CIM) technology. The key topics included optimizing computation and storage efficiency within Transformers to reduce energy consumption and enhance processing speed.
Professor Li Yongfu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, IEEE CASS R10 BoG and Chair of IEEE CASS Standards Activities Sub-Division, presented on the topic “Data Science: IEEE DataPort and How We Can Accelerate Research and Industrial Development through Open Source Data and Design Contest.” He shared how IEEE DataPort accelerates research and industrial development through open data access and design contests, fostering innovation by hosting various datasets and supporting collaboration. Using the BioCAS Grand Challenge and IEEE Standards Working Group P3435 as examples, the report showcased a new research approach that promotes transparency and drives technological advancements. IEEE DataPort, as a globally accessible data platform, creates a collaborative and efficient path for researchers, data analysts, and the global tech community, bridging academia and industry.
During the interactive session following the presentations, PhD students Ding Lin, He Penggao, Xu Yan, Li Mingyuan, and Pu Jinwei from Hunan University actively asked questions. They discussed the technical challenges, global development trends, and research-related uncertainties presented in the expert reports. The experts responded to the students' questions from a professional perspective and engaged in detailed discussions with the participants. They also encouraged the students to actively participate in academic activities and conferences to enrich their academic experience.
The celebration concluded successfully in a friendly and harmonious atmosphere of exchange. The event provided a platform for students and faculty to engage directly with experts in the field, focusing on cutting-edge academic topics. It significantly broadened the academic perspectives of participants and deepened their understanding of the latest research trends. This has had a positive impact on improving the research quality of the school and fostering high-quality talent.
Organized by
Zhong Kuncai and Jian Zhao