NXP Semiconductors NV today announced the appointment of new senior scientists at NXP. The NXP Senior Scientist designation is an honor reserved for esteemed executives who have made significant contributions to the company's innovation and semiconductor industry.
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- Dr. Ulrich Neffe, Austria: A recognized industry expert in NFC technology, Dr. Neffe currently leads NXP's NFC and Ultra Wideband (UWB) system architecture teams, as well as the RF NFC design team. Having worked at NXP for nearly 18 years, he has been central to NXP's efforts to develop NFC and re-apply this invention to later UWB and wireless charging innovations. Dr. Neffe has contributed to the growth and innovation of NFC technology throughout the industry, creating some of the industry's most significant NFC designs, including in-vehicle access and digital wallet technology.
- Dr. Ala El Sherif, United States: An experienced leader in power management and switching power supplies (SMPS), Dr. El Sherif is currently the Chief Architect of Advanced Analog Solutions, leading the architecture and innovation plans for NXP's Power Management (IP) intellectual property. A 36-year industry veteran, he holds 15 patents and was elected as an NXP Fellow in 2018. Dr. El Sherif's vision of new trends and opportunities has enabled NXP to provide differentiated system solutions for market leaders in the Internet of Things and automotive industries.
With these appointments, Dr. Neffe and Dr. El Sherif are now part of an elite group that holds the title of NXP Senior Scientist. Only one innovator at NXP has been awarded the prestigious title.
"We are very pleased to appoint Ulrich and Alaa as senior scientists at NXP. Both have demonstrated exceptional leadership, ingenuity, collaboration and expertise in their respective industries,” said Lars Reger, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of NXP. "Their significant contributions to intellectual property and dedication to solving the most pressing technical challenges have contributed to revolutionary progress and innovation not only at NXP, but in the industry as well."
The NXP Senior Scientist designation, one of the highest levels of technical career achievement within the company and the semiconductor industry, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to innovation and proposed breakthrough technical solutions. Fellows are selected based on their influence and impact on technical strategy, peer leadership, and ability to collaborate and mentor others.
Source: electronicproducts.com
