Professor, at University of Taipei, Taiwan.
Prof. Dr. Chih-Yung Tsai is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in electrical engineering and nanotechnology. He is currently a professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan University (NTU). Dr. Tsai’s work has significantly advanced the fields of nanolithography, integrated circuit design, and advanced manufacturing processes
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🎓 EducationÂ
Dr. Tsai earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from National Taiwan University. He then pursued his Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Astronautics, with a minor in Electrical Engineering, at Stanford University, completing it in 2002.
đź’Ľ ExperienceÂ
From 2002 to 2005, Dr. Tsai served as a Senior Process Engineer in lithography at Intel Corporation. During this time, he worked on performance monitoring and improvement of 193-nm microlithography scanners for Intel’s 90-nm process technology. In 2005, he joined the faculty of NTU’s Department of Electrical Engineering, where he established and directed several research laboratories, including the Nanoscale Design and Fabrication Systems Lab (NDFSL), Particle Beam Precision Patterning and Imaging Lab (PBPPIL), and High-Performance Servo Systems Lab (HPSSL).
🔬 Research InterestsÂ
Dr. Tsai’s research centers on the design and application of advanced control, simulation, signal processing, optimization, and machine learning techniques to solve nanolithography and nanotechnology-related problems. His current focus includes the design and fabrication techniques of exploratory nanoscale integrated circuits at the IRDS 10 nm half-pitch node and beyond. He is also involved in aerospace-related research activities and has conducted research on control system design automation, automotive and aerospace electronics, consumer electronics, and biomedical equipment design.
🏆 AwardsÂ
Dr. Tsai has been recognized for his contributions to the field with several honors. He has been invited by The Japan Society of Applied Physics to serve as Program Committee Section Sub Head in International Microprocesses and Nanotechnology since 2007. He has also been invited to present on innovative applications of helium ion beam nanofabrication and techniques for EUV mask defect detection technology research and development at various international workshops and seminars.
đź“š Top Noted PublicationsÂ
Title: Applying the theory of planned behavior to explore the independent travelers’ behavior
Author(s): CY Tsai
Citations: 109
Index: African Journal of Business Management 4 (2), 221
Year of Publication: 2010
Title: Using the technology acceptance model to analyze ease of use of a mobile communication system
Author(s): CY Tsai, CC Wang, MT Lu
Citations: 79
Index: Social Behavior and Personality: an international journal 39 (1), 65-69
Year of Publication: 2011
Title: The impact of tour guides’ physical attractiveness, sense of humor, and seniority on guide attention and efficiency
Author(s): CY Tsai, MT Wang, HT Tseng
Citations: 55
Index: Journal of Travel & Tourism Marketing 33 (6), 824-836
Year of Publication: 2016
Title: An analysis of usage intentions for mobile travel guide systems
Author(s): CY Tsai
Citations: 48
Index: African Journal of Business Management 4 (14), 2962
Year of Publication: 2010
Title: Learning under time pressure: Learners who think positively achieve superior learning outcomes from creative teaching methods using picture books
Author(s): CY Tsai, YH Chang, CL Lo
Citations: 39
Index: Thinking Skills and Creativity 27, 55-63
Year of Publication: 2018
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Chih-Yung Tsai’s illustrious career in electrical engineering and nanotechnology has significantly advanced the understanding and application of nanolithography and integrated circuit design. His dedication to research, education, and innovation continues to inspire and shape the future of technology.