News  |  July 21, 2025

Professor Behzad Razavi Publishes Ninth Book, Analysis and Design of Data Converters

Professor Behzad Razavi’s ninth book, Analysis and Design of Data Converters, has been published by Cambridge University Press. This 600-page tome addresses the need for a detailed, accessible treatment of data converters serving both students and practicing engineers. Aiming for classroom adoption and/or self-study, the textbook offers hundreds of analysis examples and end-of-chapter problems.

Ozcan Lab publishes a new paper in Nature Photonics on Emerging Photonics Technologies for Cardiovascular Health

In collaboration with the University of Tokyo, Hokkaido University and Harvard Medical School, Ozcan Lab recently published a new paper in Nature Photonics on emerging photonics technologies which offer non-invasive, high-resolution and high-throughput imaging along with precise therapeutic interventions. The paper highlights the broad applications of these photonic technologies in Cardiovascular disease care, and addresses the challenges of integrating these innovations into clinical practice, focusing on trends including miniaturization and AI integration.

Please see the paper.

Ozcan Lab publishes a new paper in Nature Communications on Super-resolved Virtual Staining of Label-Free Tissue using Diffusion Models

Ozcan Lab published a new paper in Nature Communications, introducing an AI tool that virtually stains unlabeled tissue samples at a resolution far exceeding that of the input image — without the use of any chemical dyes or staining. 

Please see the paper and press release. 

Ozcan Lab publishes a new paper in BME Frontiers (AAAS) on Label-Free Evaluation of Lung and Heart Transplant Biopsies Using Tissue Virtual Staining

In collaboration with histopathologists from the University of Southern California (USC) and University of California, Davis, Ozcan Lab published a new paper in BME Frontiers (AAAS), demonstrating a panel of deep neural networks that virtually generate Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E), Masson’s Trichrome (MT), and Verhoeff-Van Gieson (EVG) stains for label-free lung tissue, as well as H&E and MT stains for label-free heart tissue. By feeding autofluorescence microscopic images of unstained biopsy sections through these AI models, researchers digitally produce high-fidelity virtual slides, faithfully replicating multiple chemical stains and highlighting transplant rejection features without using any reagents. 

Please see the paper and press release. 

Upcoming PhD Defenses

Technical Talk

2025 TSMC Technical Career Talk: Chart Your Path in Semiconductor Technology

Are you ready to shape the future of semiconductors? Join TSMC for an exclusive career-focused technical talk on Friday, August 1! This event is your gateway to exploring exciting opportunities in the world’s largest semiconductor foundry while top experts from TSMC’s Operations, R&D, IT, Corporate Planning, and regional teams across the US, Japan, and Europe, will share their insights into groundbreaking advancements shaping the industry.

Join us for either the morning or afternoon session to:

 Explore diverse career opportunities within semiconductor technology.

 Deepen your knowledge of emerging trends and cutting-edge innovations.

 Engage directly with industry leaders through live Q&A sessions.

Don’t miss this incredible chance to connect with the innovators driving progress at the world’s largest semiconductor foundry. Secure your spot today and be part of shaping the future—register now!

 Event Details:

August 1
Session 1: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (UTC+8)
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (UTC+8)
 Register Here: https://bit.ly/tsmctechtalk_dept

Job Opportunities

DOE Science, Technology, and Policy Program — Office of Commercialization (OTC) Fellow

The mission of the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) is to expand the commercial and public impact of the research investments of the Department of Energy (DOE) and to focus on commercializing energy technologies that support the missions of the Department.

The fellowship is offering the opportunity to learn about the federal government and its role in commercializing energy technologies with the OTC at the DOE in Washington, D.C.. You will participate in projects and activities that support commercialization goals across the DOE energy and innovation portfolio by guiding strategy, conducting analysis, identifying opportunities to streamline and simplify processes, and designing & implementing funding programs in the following areas: 

• Commercialization Programs team
  • National Lab Commercialization Programs
    • Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF) Base
    • Energy I- Corps
    • Technology Commercialization Internship Program
    • EnergyTech University Prize
  • Partnership Intermediary Agreements (PIA) 
  • Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation (FEST)
• Market Analysis team

Qualifications: You must be a U. S. Citizen or U. S. National with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree, and be 18 years of age. 

Applicants must have:

• A superior academic performance
• Strong analytical, research and communication (oral and written) skills
• Demonstrated capacity for creative thinking
• A strong technical background
• Interest in being part of a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment, focused on energy technology transfer and commercialization

For more information, please visit the opportunity on Zintellect or the Program Website. If you have any questions, please email DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov using the reference code [DOE-STP- OTC- 2025] in the subject line.

RFA Electric

Are you ready to build something that actually matters? We’re on a mission to dominate the electromagnetic spectrum by applying powerful AI to radio design – and we’re hiring the brightest minds to do it. 

We are a Los Angeles startup team of veteran RF engineers and world-class AI researchers backed by top-tier investors engaged with blue-chip aerospace and defense primes and the US Government. 

We are seeking BS/MS/PhD interns, graduates, and experienced engineers in the fields of: 

Large language model design, fine-tuning, benchmarking, and inference

Business development and government relations (yes engineers wanted)

Knowledge of RF and analog systems, or signal processing, is a plus. 

Apply now to join the team building the radios that win battles before they start.

careers@rfaelectric.com 

Internship Opportunity: Keysight Technologies

Keysight Technologies is looking to hire 4 PhD EE/ECE or MS EE/ECE interns in each of the 4 locations below. These internships are an opportunity for site teams interns to create a core technology project solution, then present those solutions as a competing contest against the other site intern teams at the end of their 3 month internships. The winning team will receive a cash prize. Keysight is in the process of actively reviewing and screening applicants for all positions. All interns will start on June 2 for the 3 month project work with the potential to be extended 6-9 additional months. For the selected interns, Keysight offers local site housing in addition to standard hourly pay.

The following locations have open positions: 

Colorado Springs, Colorado: PhD Students, Masters Students

Santa Rosa, California: PhD Students, Masters Students

Boeblingen, Germany: PhD Students, Masters Students

Interested students should apply online and email their resume to Mari O’Neill for US jobs: maria.oneill@keysight.com 

Email Marcella Clusellas for the Germany jobs: marcella.clusellas@keysight.com 

Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Scholar at UCLA Center for Advanced Surgical and Interventional Technology

Position description:

Are you passionate about advancing the frontier of healthcare technology? Dr. Bijan Najafi’s renowned research team at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge studies in remote patient monitoring, frailty, dementia, and wearable technologies designed to empower older adults to live independently and age in place.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have expertise or familiarity in:

• Wearable technologies for human motion analysis

• Motion tracking systems

• Gait and balance assessments

• Muscle activity monitoring and motor disability evaluation

Start Date: As soon as possible

Qualifications:

Basic qualifications: PhD

Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or a related field.

Application Requirements:

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter – Limited to two pages, summarizing your career goals and prior   research relevant to human movement analysis.

• Statement of Research (Optional)

• Reference check authorization release form – Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

• Sample Publication – A sample of a relevant prior publication.

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please see the full posting. 

Internship Opportunity: Design Verification Engineer Intern at Apple

Apple is seeking a Design Verification Engineer intern in their first year of an MS degree and will graduate either in Dec 2025 or May 2026. 

Position description:

Through this experience, you will learn all aspects of a large scale SOC design, complex verification test benches, different types of SOC architectures, multiple high speed protocols, industry-standard low power architecture, best in class DV methodology, verification on accelerated platforms, knowledge on Cellular protocol, FW- HW interactions, complexities of multi-chip SOC debug architecture, etc. 

Please send your resume to j_lou@apple.com if interested.

Internship Opportunity: Ayar Labs

Ayar Labs is in search of a number of summer interns. The internships span several areas, including circuit design, photonics, computer vision/AI, data science, and hardware engineering. 

For more details and to apply, students can visit: Ayar Labs Internship Opportunities.

Research Opportunity: Geothermal Technology Development (UCLA)

The research group of Professor Sergio Carbajo at UCLA is seeking a highly motivated

graduate engineering student to contribute to an exciting geothermal technology research project for 1-2 months during Winter Quarter. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on research experience and earn university research credit.

Project Overview:

This project, under the direction of Professor Carbajo, focuses on developing innovative technologies to enhance geothermal energy extraction and super deep drilling. The selected student will play a key role in the design and modeling of novel technology.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize CAD software to design and refine components for direct energy drilling and geothermal rigging systems.
• Contribute to the modeling and analysis of hydrodynamic and electromagnetic phenomena within the system.
• Collaborate with the research team to interpret simulation results and contribute to project discussions.
• Document research findings and contribute to technical reports or presentations.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled graduate student in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Mechanical Engineering at UCLA.
• Experience with CAD design software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360).
• Interest or experience in hydrodynamics and electromagnetism.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise with Field-Effect Transistors (FETs) or Metal-Oxide Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs).

Benefits:

• Earn university research credit.
• Gain valuable research experience in a cutting-edge field.
• Opportunity to contribute to a real-world energy solution for climate change.
• Work alongside experienced researchers and faculty at UCLA, including Professor Sergio Carbajo.

Time Commitment:

1-2 months during Winter Quarter, with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic

commitments.

To Apply:

Interested students should submit their resume/CV and a brief statement of interest (one paragraph) outlining their relevant skills and experience to johnfstrike@gmail.com. Please include “Geothermal Research Application” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Electronics/PCB Development Undergraduate Internship Opportunity

Employment Period: Year-round

Location: On-campus

Approximate hours per week: 5+ hours

Duration: 6-24 months

Salary / Pay rate / Stipend: $20/hour

Relevant Website: https://www.edroplets.org/

Job description

Digital microfluidics is a technology that enables programmable control over individual droplets using electrical signals on a chip, which has been transforming wet labs towards the era of lab-on-a-chip. You will develop electronic control circuits for operating digital microfluidics chips. This is a highly engineering-oriented project, which requires independent schematic design, PCB layout design, PCB manufacturing, and assembly outsourcing for various circuits and electronic systems. You will also work with the mechanical design and software development team guided by graduate students to create multiple products. These products will be used by numerous digital microfluidics researchers and startups around the world through an open-source platform (edroplets.org).

For domestic students (US Citizen or Permanent Resident), the payment may be a stipend from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. 

For international students, the payment will be through a regular research fund.

For those who prefer research credits over stipends, SRP 99 or MAE 199 is also possible.

What you will get:

(1) You will experience creating a real-world electronic product for a transformative technology, which will be used by lots of real users!

(2) You will get hands-on experience and training in schematic/PCB/electronics design and development

(3) You will learn the basic knowledge and industry status of digital microfluidics, and participate in translating ground-breaking research into real-world products

(4) You may become a co-author of resulting journal and conference publications

Quality & skill desired:

(1) A strong and genuine interest in electronics is essential. If you are a DIYer who loves working with electronics and wants to build something impactful, this is a perfect project for you.

(2) Enjoy working in a team with different expertise is essential. The ability to articulate your work to non-technical team members is essential.

(3) Experience with Altium Designer, KiCAD or other PCB design software is a plus. Experience with LabView is a plus. Experience in making a PCB from design to manufacturing is a huge plus.

(4) No experience or knowledge of digital microfluidics is required

Interested? Please send your resume to Professor CJ Kim (cjkim@ucla.edu) and Leo Wang (wangqining265@gmail.com). If there’s a good match, you will be invited to an interview.

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