Electronics, Communication & Photonics
Vision
The vision for KSA ECP research and innovation is:
To be among the leading countries in the region in the fields of Electronics, Communications and Photonics through an integrated and proactive approach to developing the technological, knowledge-based, and managerial infrastructure in the Kingdom.
This vision focuses on the establishment of an effective innovation system in which research and innovation can lead to economic and social benefits for the Kingdom. To achieve this, it is essential to have strong and mutually beneficial linkages between universities, government, and industry.
Mission
The mission for the KSA ECP research and innovation program is:
To construct an efficient and effective system in localizing and developing Electronics, Communications, and Photonics technologies through formulation of modern scientific applications and methodologies that contribute in elevating performance, reducing costs, broadening strategic alliances, expanding investing opportunities and empowering specialized personnel and experts.
Strategic Goals
The program’s strategic goals are aligned with the objectives of the National Policy for Science and Technology and the key needs of the Kingdom. The following are the ECP program strategic goals for the next 5 years:
- Acquisition of high value added technologies.
- Bridging gaps between all stakeholders and beneficiaries.
- Establishing advanced labs.
- Promoting research.
- Updating curricula.
- Qualifying of human resources.
- Opening of new investment and market opportunities.
- Forming new specialized employment opportunities.
Track
- Wireless Communications and Wireless Sensor Networks
- RFID
- Body Sensor Networks
- Oil & Gas pipeline monitoring
- Condition-Based Maintenance
- Software Defined Radio
- Cognitive Wireless Networks
- UWB (Ultra Wide Band)
- Information Security
- Quantum Cryptography
- Quantum Computing
- Cryptography
- Emission Control and Shielding
- Lasers and their Applications
- Optical Memories
- Surveillance
- LIDARs (Laser Radars)
- Advanced MEMS Sensors & Actuators
- Optical MEMS
- High Performance Actuators
- Micro fluidics
- Inertial Sensors
- Enabling Technologies
- (RF OR microwave) circuit design
- Digital Signal Processor OR DSP
- microprocessor
- PCB design
- High frequency component
- manufacturing
- Electro-optic design
- Waveguides
- (analog OR digital OR mixed) AND IC
- design
- Antenna design
- Reconfigurable computing
- PCB fabrication
- IC fabrication
Email:ele.npst@ksu.edu.sa
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