In this episode of Engineering Innovations, host Kristin Malavenda speaks with Dr. Kaushik Roy, the Edward G. Tiedemann Jr. Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. They discuss Dr. Roy's journey into engineering and academia, his pioneering research on AI efficiency inspired by human visual systems, and the importance of energy efficiency in developing AI systems. Dr. Roy shares his insights on neuromorphic computing, interdisciplinary collaboration, ...
Feb 19, 2025•30 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Flexible, Stretchable Tech with Dr. Muhammad Hussain | Engineering Innovations Podcast Welcome to the Engineering Innovations Podcast by Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering! In this episode, host Kristin Malavenda sits down with Dr. Muhammad Hussain, a pioneering professor who researches turning traditional rigid electronics into flexible, stretchable forms. They explore Dr. Hussain's journey to becoming an engineer, his work on smart wearable and impl...
Jan 15, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Decoding AI: Enhancing Efficiency and Reliability in Machine Learning with Dr. Jing Gao In this episode of Engineering Innovations, hosted by Kristin Malavenda of Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, we interview Dr. Jing Gao, an Associate Professor renowned for her pioneering work in data science. Dr. Gao shares insights on improving the reliability and efficiency of AI models, which are crucial for everything from medical diagnoses to everyday applic...
Dec 18, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of Engineering Innovations, host Kristin Malavenda interviews Peter Bermel, Elmore Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University about potential future technologies such as quantum secure communication and ultra-low power AI. It discusses the concept of AI on the edge, providing real-time answers and adjustments directly on devices like smartphones. The capabilities extend to enabling autonomous vehicles and other advanced applications that are nearing dep...
Nov 20, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of Engineering Innovations , host Kristin Malavenda interviews Milind Kulkarni, the Michael and Katherine Birck Head of Purdue's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. They discuss the transformative changes the department has experienced over the past year, including record-high graduate program rankings, increased research activity in AI, semiconductors, and quantum computing, and the Purdue Computes initiative. Kulkarni highlights the impact of hiring new...
Oct 16, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
"Engineering Innovations," the official podcast of Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, lives at the intersection of where the physical meets the virtual. This episode's guest is Alexandra Boltasseva, Ron and Dotty Garvin Tonjes Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We discuss her path to engineering, her current research, and what she sees on the horizon for the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious student...
Sep 18, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
"Engineering Innovations," the official podcast of Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, lives at the intersection of where the physical meets the virtual. This episode's guest is Steven Pekarek, Dr. Edmund O. Schweitzer, III, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We discuss his path to engineering, his current research, and what he sees on the horizon for the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious student, or simply a tech...
Aug 21, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 6
"Engineering Innovations" lives at the intersection of where the physical meets the virtual. In each episode, we sit down with our faculty members who are persistently pursuing their next giant leap. Explore the fascinating world of their cutting-edge research, unravel the mysteries of advanced technologies, and gain insight into the transformative projects revolutionizing the field. This month, our guest is Christopher Brinton, Elmore Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. ...
Jul 17, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 5
"Engineering Innovations," the official podcast of Purdue University’s Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, lives at the intersection of where the physical meets the virtual. The guest for this episode is Shreyas Sen, Elmore Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We talk about his path to engineering, his current research, and what he sees on the horizon for the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious student, or simply a tech-enthusi...
Jun 20, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4
"Engineering Innovations," the official podcast of Purdue University’s Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, lives at the intersection of where the physical meets the virtual. The guest for this episode is Zubin Jacob, Elmore Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Purdue ECE website: https://engineering.purdue.edu/ECE Purdue ECE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PurdueECE Purdue ECE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purdueece Purdue ECE X: https://twitter.com/P...
May 15, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This month our guest is Milind Kulkarni, Michael and Katherine Birck Head and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We talk about his path to engineering, his vision for Purdue ECE, and what's on the forefront of the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious student, or simply a tech-enthusiastic, "Engineering Innovations" promises to spark your curiosity and inspire a passion for the endless possibilities within electrical and computer engineering.
Apr 17, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2
This month our guest is David Love, Nick Trbovich Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We talk about his path to engineering, his current research, and what he sees on the horizon for the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious student, or simply a tech-enthusiastic, "Engineering Innovations" promises to spark your curiosity and inspire a passion for the endless possibilities within electrical and computer engineering.
Feb 14, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 1
