Affiliation

Abderazek Ben Abdallah is Regent, Dean, and Full Professor in the School of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Aizu, Japan. His research focuses on high-performance, energy-efficient computing systems, including neuromorphic circuits, multicore architectures, and fault-tolerant on-chip networks. He is the author of multiple books—including the highly-rated Neuromorphic Computing Principles and Organization—and has published over 160 peer-reviewed papers on his work.

• Email: benab@u-aizu.ac.jp
• Advanced Computing Systems Laboratory
• Sustainable Computing Cluster
• AI Center

Research Funding 💰

Prof. Ben Abdallah's research has been supported by various competitive grants. Below is a selection of projects showcasing the scale and focus of secured funding:

• Fukushima R&D Program (Grant-682): Neural Network Modeling for an Energy Management System and Its Implementation on FPGA (2020–2021)
  In collaboration with Aizu Computer Science Laboratories, Inc.
  Amount: 30 M yen (Principal Co-Investigator)
• Competitive Research Funding (CRF-P5): Development of Energy-efficient Real-time Heterogeneous Spiking Neuro-inspired System for Deep Neural Networks
  Amount: 1.5 M Yen (Principal Investigator)
• JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C), (15500033 ): A Study of Fault-Tolerant and Adaptive Routing Networks
  Amount: 3 M Yen (Principal Co-Investigator)

For a complete list of funded research projects, please see the dedicated page →

Research Themes 💡

Prof. Ben Abdallah’s research focuses on energy‑efficient, high‑performance computing systems, especially for digital signal processing workloads constrained by computational, network, and reliability challenges. His work includes:

• Computer Architecture
  Innovative processor, memory, and accelerator architectures emphasizing parallelism, scalability, and energy‑efficient execution for next‑generation intelligent systems.
• Embedded Systems & Software–Hardware Codesign
  Co‑design methodologies for high‑performance, energy‑efficient heterogeneous embedded architectures.
• Neuromorphic Computing
  Computational models, spiking neural networks, and event‑driven circuits for intelligent, ultra‑low‑power processing.
• Advanced On‑Chip Interconnects
  Scalable 3D NoC architectures integrating silicon photonics and hybrid interconnect technologies for multicore and SoC platforms.
• Anthropomorphic Robots
  Event‑driven sensing and processing, HW/SW codesign for humanoid locomotion and manipulation, Continual learning architectures, 3D NoCs for multi‑module humanoid cognition
• Green Computing
  Intelligent, eco‑efficient systems for energy harvesting, management, and secure trading across electric vehicles, vending machines, and campus‑scale IoT infrastructures.

Current Projects ⚙️

• Adaptive Anthropomorphic Robots: Anthropomorphic Robot - contributes to advancements in rehabilitation, human augmentation, and adaptive robotics, revolutionizing the way artificial systems complement and extend human capabilities.
• Neuromorphic AI Circuits and Systems: Ultra-low Power Neuromorphic Chip - creating ultra-low power neuromorphic chips (NASH) with adaptive learning and fault-tolerant routing.

Previous Projects 🕰️

• Circuits & Systems for Energy Harvesting: AI-powered EV Energy Harvesting and Management
• Green Computing: Trustworthy Campus Energy Trading System
• Circuits & Systems for Energy Harvesting: AI-enabled Vending Machine with Off-grid Energy Harvesting
• Circuits & Systems for Energy Harvesting: Edge Automotive-grade Chips and Systems
• Machine Learning Circuit and Systems: Scaling Deep-Learning Pneumonia Detection Inference on a Reconfigurable Platform
• Advanced On-chip Interconnects (2D/3D, Si-Photonics, Hybrid): Design of fault-tolerant, low-latency 3D interconnects for many-core systems
• Low-power Architecture and Systems: Embedded Multicore SoC Architecture and Design for Real-time ECG Processing
• Low-power Architecture and Systems: Low-Power Queue Processor Architecture and Design

For a list of funded research projects, please see the dedicated page →

Teaching and Supervision 🧑‍🏫

Teaching

Undergraduate Courses:

• Computer Architecture (2018–present)
• Introduction to Computer Systems (2018–present)
• Parallel Computer Systems (2018–present)
• Computer System Engineering (2008–2018)
• Embedded Systems (2008–2016)
• Logic Circuit Design Exercises (2008–2018)
• Computer Architecture Exercises (2008–2018)

Graduate Courses:

• Neuromorphic Computing (2023–present)
• Embedded Real-Time Systems (2008–2022)
• Multicore Computing (2010–2015)
• Advanced Computer Organization (2008–2023)

Teaching page →

Supervision

Student supervision activities are described under the supervision page →

Awards and Honors 🏆

Selected Honors:

• Best Neuromorphic Computing Books of All Time for Neuromorphic Computing Principles and Organization, BookAuthority (2025)
• Elected Full Member, Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society (July 2025)
• President Prize for Scientific Research and Technology, Tunis, Tunisia (July 2010)

For a comprehensive list of all awards and recognitions, please see the dedicated Awards page →

University Service & Leadership Roles 🏛️

Executive Roles

• Regent – The University of Aizu (2022–Present)
• Dean – School of Computer Science and Engineering, The University of Aizu (2022–Present)
• Director – Department of Computer Science and Engineering, UoA (2022–Present)
• Head – Division of Computer Engineering, UoA (2014–2022)

Other Roles

Additional academic and service roles are outlined in my professional CV →

Education 🎓

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering – Graduate School of Information Systems, University of Electro-Communications, Tokyo, Japan (1999–2002)
• M.S. in Computer Engineering – Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China (1994–1997)
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering – Sfax University, Tunisia (1988–1990); completed at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China (1992–1994)
• Chinese Language Proficiency Diploma – Beijing Language Institute (now Beijing Language and Culture University, BLCU), Beijing, China (1990–1991)

Professional Memberships 🏷️

• Elected Member, IEEE CASEO (2025–)
• Full Member, Sigma Xi (2025)
• Senior Member, IEEE (since 2014)
• Senior Member, ACM (since 2016)
• Member, IEEE Circuits and Systems Society
• Member, IEEE Computer Society Technical Communities on Microprocessors, Computer Architecture, and Systems Council

Editorial Roles 📝

Selected Roles:

• Associate Editor‑in‑Chief of IEEE Computer Magazine (2026–present)
• Associate Editor, IEEE Computer Magazine (2025–present)
• Associate Editor, IEEE Network Magazine (2025–2027)
• Associate Editor, Neuromorphic Engineering, Frontiers in Neuroscience (2025–present)

For editorial appointments and journal service, please see the dedicated Editorial page →

Global Outreach & Service 🌍

Selected International Service:

• International Scientific Leadership: Elected Member of the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society Technical Committee on Education and Outreach (IEEE CASEO).
• Global Platform Founder: Founder and Standing Chair of the international **IEEE MCSoC Forum** series (Submissions from 40+ countries).
• Government Advisory: Advised the Tunisian Government on high-level national strategies for science and technology policy.

For international service and outreach activities, please see the dedicated summary page →

Media and News Coverage 📰

• JICA Grassroots Project Closing Ceremony – Tunisia (September 18, 2025)
  Prof. Ben Abdallah attended the closing seminar of the JICA-supported initiative focused on ICT startup training for youth and women. Held at the Cité des Sciences in Tunis, the event marked the successful completion of a collaborative project with ISTIC, University of Carthage. He exchanged views with H.E. Ambassador Takeshi Osuga and Mr. Malek Kochlef, reflecting shared commitment to international academic cooperation.
  Photo | JICA Tunisia Office
• BookAuthority Recognition – Neuromorphic Computing (September 10, 2025)
  The book Neuromorphic Computing Principles and Organization by Abderazek Ben Abdallah and Khanh N. Dang was selected by BookAuthority as one of the Best Neuromorphic Computing Books of All Time.
  Award Listing
• New Patent Registered – AI Processor (June 20, 2025)
  A new patent titled “AI Processor” was registered, co-invented by Prof. Ben Abdallah and collaborators from University of Aizu and Monash University. This innovation contributes to advanced chip design for intelligent systems.
  Patent No. 7699791

For additional news and updates, please visit the News Archive.

Invited Talks, Lectures & Courses 🎙️

Selected Highlights:

• Keynote: “Distributed Autonomy Meets Neuromorphic Intelligence,” ICoIAS’2025, Osaka, Japan (2025)
• Invited Talk:“Toward Sustainable Power,” Joint Forum, University of Aizu, Japan (Nov 2025)
• Invited Lecturer: "Grid Technology with ICT and EV," Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS), Japan (2024–2025)
• Invited Seminar: "AI Chips: From Data Centers to Edge," AI Symposium, UoA, Japan (2018)

For a complete list of invited talks, lectures & courses, please see the dedicated summary page →

Visiting Positions ✈️

• Visiting Professor, HKUST, Hong Kong (2010–2013; two weeks annually)
• Visiting Professor, HUST, Wuhan, China (2011–2015; two weeks annually)
• Visiting Professor, AUST, Abuja, Nigeria (2008–2016; two weeks annually)
• Invited Lecturer, Kyoto Institute of Technology (2022–2025)
• Invited Lecturer, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (2023–present)