On October 28–29, the Faculty of Physics at Vilnius University had the pleasure of welcoming Professor Jian-Jang Huang, Distinguished Professor and Associate Dean of the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at National Taiwan University (NTU). During his visit, Professor Huang presented a broad overview of academic and industry collaboration in Taiwan. He also met with vice-deans and other members of the academic community, shared his experience in study programme development, and discussed opportunities for future cooperation.
A moment from the seminar "Nitride-based transistors – from lateral to vertical structure"
“We discussed the development of a master’s study programme in the field of semiconductors, to be jointly implemented by the Faculty of Physics at Vilnius University and National Taiwan University (NTU), including opportunities for student exchange. Such a programme would open new horizons for our students. The possibility to study one or two semesters at NTU would provide invaluable hands-on experience with the latest semiconductor microchip manufacturing technologies,” said Professor Justinas Čeponkus, Vice-Dean for Study Affairs.
Professor Jian-Jang Huang also delivered a public seminar on nitride-based transistors.
A moment from the seminar “Nitride-based transistors – from lateral to vertical structure”
“Over the past 20 years, Professor Jian-Jang Huang has gained invaluable experience in the field of wide-bandgap semiconductors. Materials such as gallium nitride have not only revolutionised photonics worldwide through the invention of the blue LED, but are now transforming the fields of power and high-frequency electronics. For the Faculty of Physics, which aims to further advance semiconductor technologies, this knowledge is extremely valuable. We are delighted that NTU is open to scientific collaboration, student exchanges, and other joint initiatives,” said Prof. Dr. Pranciškus Vitta, Vice-Dean for Science and Strategic Development.
Prof. Jian-Jang Huang and Prof. Pranciškus Vitta
Prof. Dr. Roland Tamošiūnas, together with the guest from Taiwan, visited the Center for Physical Sciences and Technology (FTMC) and Light Conversion, a company specialising in the production of lasers and laser systems. “Professor Jian-Jang Huang’s expertise in high-power GaN semiconductor devices drew significant attention from the company. The collaboration discussed serves as an excellent example of partnership between Lithuanian business and the Taiwanese academic community. Despite the different scales of industry in the two countries, Taiwan’s experience is highly valuable for Lithuania,” he said.
The visit was supported by the VU Centre of Excellence for Advanced Light Technologies.