Abderazek Ben Abdallah

Abderazek Ben Abdallah is a Professor of Computer Engineering at the University of Aizu, Japan, where he has served as Regent and Dean of the School of Computer Science and Engineering since 2022. He earned his PhD from the National University of Electro-Communications, Tokyo, and has held various academic leadership roles, including Head of the Computer Engineering Division (2014–2022). With over 20 years of experience, his research focuses on high-performance, energy-efficient computing, neuromorphic circuits and systems, on-chip networks, fault tolerance, and embedded systems. He has authored four books, published more than 160 papers, secured 15 research grants, and holds seven registered and seven provisional patents. He pioneered the world's first AI-powered off-grid solar carport for renewable energy storage, developed in collaboration with industry partners to facilitate localized renewable energy generation and consumption (2022–2023). Additionally, he led a comprehensive parallel processor design project (2002–2007), directing ISA development, hardware implementation, assembler creation, and cycle-accurate simulation. Dr. Ben Abdallah has supervised numerous PhD, MS, and BS students and has served as a visiting professor in several countries. A Senior Member of IEEE and ACM, he is the steering chair of the IEEE MCSoC Symposium and actively contributes to more than 30 international technical committees. His contributions have earned him prestigious awards, including the President’s Prize for Scientific Research and multiple Best Paper Awards. Beyond research, he is deeply involved in editorial work, keynote presentations, and advisory roles, supporting advancements in computer engineering and emerging technologies.