On 11 July 2025, the London Metropolitan University hosted the MOS-AK workshop, supported by the IET RF & Microwave Technical Network and sponsored by IHP Leibniz Institute for High Performance Microelectronics.
This event brought together experts and enthusiasts in the field of electron device modelling to explore future directions and innovations.
Workshop Highlights
The specific workshop goal was to classify the most important directions for the future development of the electron device models, not limiting the discussion to compact models, but including physical, analytical and numerical models, to clearly identify areas that need further research and possible contact points between the different modeling domains.
The workshop was designed for device process engineers (CMOS, SOI, BiCMOS, SiGe, GaN, InP) who are interested in device modeling; ICs designers (RF/Analog/Mixed-Signal/SoC/Bio/Med) and those starting in that area as well as device characterization, modeling and parameter extraction engineers.
The content was designed to be beneficial for anyone who needed to learn what is really behind the FOSS CAD/EDA IC simulation in modern device models in OpenPDKs.
Keynotes and Highlights
“IHP-Open-PDK Review: Present Status and Future Directions”
Presented by Dr Krzysztof Herman – IHP Microelectronics
“The Application of FOSS Tools in the Design of IHP Open-Access 130nm BiCMOS RF ICs”
Presented by Prof Mike Brinson – London Metropolitan University
“Presentation and Evaluation of the 1st IHP Open Source Analog Certificate Course”
Presented by Phillip Ferreira Baade-Pedersen – IHP Microelectronics
“Non-invasive Biomedical Sensor for Dehydration Monitoring”
Presented by Prof Bal Virdee and Dr Innocent Lubangakene – London Metropolitan University
“Compact Quantum Dot Models for Analog Microwave Co-Simulation”
Presented by Dr Lorenzo Peri – University of Cambridge / Quantum Motion
“Deep-Cryogenic Device Characterisation in a CMOS Foundry Process”
Presented by Dr Grayson Noah – Quantum Motion
“Developments of Compact Models for Source-Gated Devices”
Presented by Dr Patryk Golec – École Polytechnique, Paris
“Energy-Efficient Current-Mode Pixel Circuits for Display and Life Sciences”
Presented by Dr Eva Bestelink – University of Surrey
“Modelling Off-State Behaviour in Polysilicon Contact-Controlled Transistors”
Presented by Prof Radu A. Sporea – University of Surrey
“Knowledge exchange events like the MOS-AK workshop are vital for driving innovation and accelerating technological advancement,” said Dr Bal Virdee, senior professor at London Metropolitan University.
They provide a unique platform for academics, researchers, and industry professionals to come together, share insights, and foster collaborations that can lead to groundbreaking developments. By bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical application, events like this ensure that progress in device modelling continues to meet the evolving demands of modern electronics.”
The workshop concluded with a networking reception which encouraged informal discussion and future collaboration for delegates.
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