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Powering the Next Generation of Discovery

From semiconductors to AI systems, UF researchers at the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering are shaping technologies that define the modern world.

At UF ECE, bold ideas are reimagined into solutions that not only solve today’s most critical problems, they help shape the future of connectivity and computing globally. From nanoscale electronics to AI-powered hardware, our faculty create technologies with real-world impact – advancing next-generation chip design, leading US manufacturing, and building global connectivity. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and application-driven research, UF ECE drives future-ready advancements that are transforming industries, connecting communities, and improving the lives of consumers worldwide. 

UF ECE at a Glance

10

Leaders in Interdisciplinary Centers and Institutes 

33

NSF CAREER and Young Investigator Awardees

27

Society Fellows (IEEE, AAAS, ACM, NAI) 

4

National Academy Members 

5

PECASE Honorees

5

Distinguished Professors 

27

Endowed Professors

$34M

Research Expenditures

54

Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty


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From Silicon to Space

SEMICONDUCTORS | SPACE SYSTEMS 

Where discovery fuels exploration.

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Career Ready from Day One

TOP-TECH DESTINATIONS | GLOBAL LEADERS

Preparing next-gen frontrunners.

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From Alliance to Advantage

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS | NATIONAL IMPACT

Advancing U.S. competitiveness.

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Built for What’s Next 

AI | SMART FUTURE  

Turning first principles into first breakthroughs.


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Faculty Excellence

Recognized among the nation’s top engineering programs, our department thrives because of faculty who lead transformative research, forge interdisciplinary partnerships, and translate ideas into real-world impact. Their excellence fuels our mission and defines our forward momentum. 

Partnerships

Collaboration is at the core of our mission. Through strategic partnerships with industry, government, and academic leaders, we accelerate innovation and translate breakthrough research into solutions that make a global impact. 

UF is driving Florida’s emergence as a national powerhouse in both semiconductor innovation and artificial intelligence. Through strategic investments, statewide partnerships, and the unmatched capabilities of HiPerGator, UF brings together researchers, industry leaders, and government partners to accelerate breakthroughs in chip manufacturing, advanced packaging, and AI-driven solutions. As the state’s flagship institution, UF is shaping the talent pipeline, strengthening the semiconductor ecosystem, and positioning Florida at the forefront of the AI revolution.