
About
The SSCS (Solid-State Circuit Society) Student Chapter Leuven aims to promote micro-electronics for master students and PhD students and to bridge the gap between academia and industry. SSCS focuses on fabricated integrated circuit designs (chips) for all applications using relevant materials and interconnections. To promote this, the Student Chapter organizes a variety of activities like lectures and symposia.

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Future events
Keep eye out for our future events! Check out the events page here!
SSCS Student Chapter Leuven
Past events

September 27 2024, we welcomed Prof. Jeffrey Walling from Virginia Tech. He gave a talk titled CMOS Power Amplifiers and Transmitters: The Evolution from ‘Digital-Friendly’ RF to ‘Digital’ RF, covering switching PAs and different Digital (Friendly) PA examples. This talk was given as a part of the SSCS Distinguished Lecture progam.

On Friday September 13 2024, we hosted a a talk from Prof. Dongsuk Jeon from National University of Seoul. His talk was titled Designing Hardware Solutions for Deep Neural Network Training, presenting a comprehensive design approach for optimal training processor design. This talk was given as a part of the SSCS Distinguished Lecture progam.

On June 13 2024 the student chapter welcomed Tim Piessens, who gave lecture on the Design of Fully Integrated Charge Pumps as part of the SSCS Distinguished Lecture program. The talk had attracted many attendees from both academia and industry.

Lunch Lecture Series: Starting March 6 2023, we have hosted a series of lunch lectures to inspire our bachelor students. Covering a set of diverse topics from AI, sensors to cochlear implants, these lecture series aimed to give the bachelor students tangible and interesting examples of electronics.

On Tuesday February 20 2024, we hosted a panel session for Master Students to guide them in their future career choices.
The field of microelectronics presents a variety of exciting opportunities, and we understand that navigating between pursuing a PhD or delving into industry can be a challenging decision. To shed light on this topic, we have organized a panel discussion featuring distinguished experts who shared their insights and experiences. We would like to thank our panelists: Ariane De Vroede (Huawei Belgium), Ilse de Moffarts (easics), Marcel Pelgrom, Floris Van de Vijver (OMNIVISION).

On Tuesday March 28 2023, we had the privilege of organizing a special event to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the transistor – one of the most significant inventions of the 20th century! It was an honor to bring together industry, researchers, and enthusiasts to recognize the incredible impact that transistors have had on our world.
The event was filled with fascinating presentations and discussions about the history, current state, and future of transistor technology. We would like to thank our speakers Thomas Lee, Marcel Pelgrom, Hugo De Man, Chris Mangelsdorf and Willy Sansen.
We’re back! On November 24th 2021 we would like to welcome you for a talk given by Koen Decock. He will explain everything about on-chip ESD protection, from basic concepts to more advanced applications.
The event takes place in aula R at ESAT (Kasteelpark Arenberg 10 in Leuven) and starts at 18.30h. Please register beforehand via the registration form.

On October 16th 2019 the student chapter welcomed Professor Emeritus Willy Sansen, who gave the talk ‘Learning from History’. He guided the attendees through the history of MICAS, explaining the pillars of its success and what can be learned from its past.


