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227-0671-00L 3 Credits DR , MSC D-PHYS , D-ITET

Nanodevices and Circuits for the Beyond-Moore Era

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Ivan Shorubalko, Dr. Miklos Csontos
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:38

Abstract

Big Data, AI and the Internet of Things demand new hardware which overcomes the limitations of von Neumann architectures. The lecture gives an insight how the fundamental physics and the resulting complex functionalities of nanodevices and circuits offer viable alternatives. Their increased computational power and energy efficiency are demonstrated through neuromorphic computing applications.

Objective

The students will gain a firm understanding in the theory and pioneering experiments of electronic and heat transport at atomic- to nanometer length-scales. Advanced device functionalities enabled by recently discovered material systems will be covered. The students will learn how to exploit such phenomena for designing nanodevices and circuits to energy-efficiently implement neuromorphic algorithms for a sustainable future of information technologies.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The presentation slides and further material will be provided every week.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Nanodevices and Circuits for the Beyond-Moore Era No time listed 2 h weekly

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