Plenary Speakers

The Colour of Embedded Computation

Categories and classifications, like acronyms, are useful shortcuts to facilitate discussion and decision. Yet their use is frequently subsumed by business interests to become objects or objectives in their own right. So used, they subtly mislead and constrain the thought process: Not only of the many who can afford to be be enticed by the bejewelled shell; but of greater import, of the scientists whose role is to create the viable technology within. In this presentation the author will explore some of the common shortcuts prevalent in the area of microelectronic systems, to identify limitations caused by their commercial adoption, and in consequence the research avenues and business opportunities in danger of being overlooked.

Ian Philips

Ian Philips is Principal Staff Engineer at ARM Ltd, UK where he reports to the Board, with responsibility for strategic technology issues.

A graduate of the University of Wales, Swansea, in 1975, he work on various aspects of microelectronic system design for Pye, Philips, Plessey, GEC and Mitel before joing ARM in 1998. Though majoring in integrated microelectronic design in his middle years, his experience and current technical interest cover the wider aspects of electronic systems design and manufacture. As his role is very outward looking, he is involved with many European Research Universities, Institutions and Government Bodies, as both advisor and scout. He is a frequent presenter on many European stages; an advocate of improved University/Industry relationships; Visiting Professor at University of Liverpool; and the winner of the 2008 NMI award for his personal Contribution to Industry.