I am a Ph.D. student at Pitt. I'm interested in chip design and FPGA programming. I studied control theory, C++ programming, digital circuit design, and analog circuit design. My research work involves implementing bio-realistic neural networks (BioNN) using op-amps in sub-threshold regime, and custom ASIC design for programmable nerve stimulator for pain relief. My goal is to design low-power energy-efficient neuromorphic circuits. Outside academics, I like reading Dream of the Red Chamber.

I am an ECE PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh. My background is in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, with special focus on Machine Learning. During my Masters at Carnegie Mellon, I have worked on various Deep Learning projects touching applications such as Computer Vision and Speech. Besides, I was also fortunate to work in the industry on cutting-edge ML algorithms and applications, including NLP research at Samsung. At Pitt, I am excited to pursue my research on Neuromorphic Engineering under the guidance of Prof. Kubendran, wherein I am exploring brain-inspired Spiking Neural Network models and algorithms for Human-Computer Interaction applications.

Hi! I am Vijay Shankaran and I am a PhD student with Dr. Kubendran at University of Pittsburgh. I received my bachelor’s degree from PESU Bangalore, India. My major at Pitt is Electrical and Computer Engineering and I love working on Neuromorphic Algorithms and Control for my research. Currently, I am working on a bio-inspired ultra-low powered keyword spotting algorithm and a spike based central pattern generator for locomotion of robots. I am looking forward to work on a lot of different projects involving neuromorphic neural networks and complex control. In addition to academics, I love building PCs, playing videogames and editing the clips I get from playing.

I am an ECE Ph.D. student at the University of Pittsburgh. I earned my M.Sc. degree working on the characterization of emerging resistive switching memory (PCM and RRAM) and designing and implementing a neuromorphic system to take advantage of the novel device. My dissertation was focused on solving the constraints satisfaction problem with the Spiking Hopfield network, where we solved the sudoku problem on hardware for the first time. Deeply passionate about emerging electronic devices and new architecture that may lead to more efficient electronics products. Currently, I am honored to work with two experts in device and ASIC design, Prof. Xiong and Prof. Kubendran, here at Pitt to continue studying the novel bio-inspired device and design chips to achieve a more bio-realistic neural networks.

I am a PhD student at University of Pittsburgh under Dr. Rajkumar Kubendran and Dr. Alex Jones. I am interested in working on low power circuits for advanced applications like artificial intelligence. I have done by Bachelors in Electronics and Instrumentation engineering and Masters in Microelectronics from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. I have worked in the areas of circuit designing, electronic devices, machine learning, deep learning in the research projects during the course of my studies as well as the short industry experience in NXP Semiconductors and now looking forward to designing advanced neuromorphic circuits during my PhD. In addition to academics, I like playing football and cooking.

I am a sophomore majoring in computer engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. I have a strong interest in how biological phenomena, particularly within neuroscience, parallel ideas found in electrical systems and computational research. In addition to academics, I also have a passion for music, fiction and non-fiction novels, and learning different styles of dance.

I am a computer engineering sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh. I have an interest in programming, neuromorphic engineering, and machine learning/AI. Some of my favorite programming languages are Python, C++ and JavaScript. In my free time, I like playing sports like football, basketball and tennis. I also enjoy historical TV shows and video games.

I am a Junior Electrical Engineering major at the University of Pittsburgh. I have a concentrated interest in electronics, energy, and power. In addition to my engineering studies, I am pursuing a minor in economics. I am currently doing a Co-op at Curtiss-Wright Corporation where I study power distribution and conversion. I am expanding my responsibilities into the area of electric machine design and analysis, as well. I have a desire to research and learn more about machine learning, electronics design and biological computation through the ENIGMA Lab. I am a student member of IEEE @Pitt and Men’s Club Ice Hockey. Outside of academics, you can find me at the ice rink or running around South Oakland.

Hello! I'm Stuart McCutchen. I am an undergraduate electrical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. Throughout my undergraduate experience, I have been studying with a focus on electronic devices and product design. I am also obtaining a minor in Economics, two EE concentrations, and a certificate in Innovation, Product Design, and Entrepreneurship. As I continue with my curriculum, I am beginning to hone in on my interests that currently include: portable electronic devices, product development, Artificial Intelligence (i.e. computer vision, speech recognition, etc.), digital systems, IoT, neuromorphic engineering, and biologically-inspired electronics. I am developing my skills and knowledge in several of these areas of interest as part of my research in the ENIGMA Lab, particularly A.I. and neuromorphic engineering.