Keynote speech titled “Distributed Autonomy Meets Neuromorphic Intelligence” at the 7th International Conference on Intelligent Autonomous Systems (ICoIAS 2025), held in Osaka, Japan. The talk explored the convergence of distributed autonomous systems with emerging neuromorphic intelligence paradigms, highlighting new opportunities for scalable, adaptive, and energy‑efficient intelligent systems.
Attended online the IEEE working group's 2nd meeting for the P3722 Guide for Responsible AI in Higher Education, IEEE Standards Association (SA).
Appointed as an Associate Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Computer Magazine. I help coordinate the editorial board, oversee the review and selection process for feature articles, and contribute to strategic planning to keep the magazine aligned with emerging trends and the needs of the global computing community.
Invited Talk Highlights Path Toward Sustainable Power at FREA–UoA Forum
At the recent Fukushima Renewable Energy Institute, AIST–UoA Forum, Professor Abderazek Ben Abdallah delivered an invited talk entitled “Toward Sustainable Power: Intelligent Energy Harvesting with ICT and Electric Vehicles.” The presentation explored innovative approaches to integrating information and communication technologies with electric vehicles for smarter energy harvesting, emphasizing sustainability and the future of resilient power systems.
📄 For more information, please access the program of the forum .Appointed as an Associate Editor of the journal Intelligence & Robotics, published by OAE Publishing. This editorial role reflects his continued leadership in intelligent systems, neuromorphic computing, and robotics. His contributions will support the journal’s mission to advance cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and robotics.
I had the great pleasure of attending a thought-provoking webinar featuring three distinguished former Chairs of the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society: Prof. Sung-Mo “Steve” Kang, Prof. Ljiljana Trajkovic, and Prof. Maciej J. Ogorzalek. Their insights on leadership, global outreach, and the future of technologies such as neuromorphic computing were deeply inspiring. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from these visionary pioneers whose work continues to shape the trajectory of our field. Learn more about the IEEE CAS Society.
Attended the IEEE working group's kick-off meeting for the P3722 Guide for Responsible AI in Higher Education, IEEE Standards Association (SA). This guide offers educators insights into the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies within higher education. It addresses the pedagogical, practical, and ethical considerations of employing AI in teaching, learning, assessment, and student support.
Global
Outreach: JICA Grassroots Project Closing Ceremony in
Tunisia
Attended the closing seminar of the JICA-supported ICT Startup HRD project in Tunis, marking its successful completion and impact on youth and women entrepreneurs. Exchanged views with H.E. Ambassador Takeshi Osuga and Mr. Malek Kochlef (Ministry of Higher Education).
[Photo Source] | JICA Tunisia Office | UoA Announcement (English)
Elected as a member of the IEEE CASS Technical Committee on Circuits and Systems Education and Outreach (CASEO), 2025.
Appointed as Lead Guest Editor for the upcoming special issue of IEEE Computer Magazine titled “Convergence of Neuromorphic and Adaptive Cognition: Toward Brain-Inspired Intelligence.” This editorial role reflects ongoing engagement with the neuromorphic and adaptive systems research community and contributes to IEEE’s efforts in advancing emerging directions in brain-inspired computing.
Book Award: Recognized by
BookAuthority
The book "Neuromorphic Computing Principles and Organization" was named one of BookAuthority's **Best Neuromorphic Computing Books of All Time**.
Elected as a Full Member of The Scientific Research Honor Society, **Sigma Xi**.
New Patent Granted: AI
Processor
Patent Number **7699791** granted for "AI Processor." Inventors include A. Ben Abdallah, H. Huang Kun, K. N. Dang, and S. Janning (Monash University).
Joined the editorial board of the IEEE Network Magazine.
Joined the editorial board of Neuromorphic Engineering, Frontiers in Neurosciences.
Delivered an invited lecture at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies and the University of Electro-Communications, Tokyo.
Joined the editorial board of the IEEE Computer Magazine.
Published the **Neuromorphic Computing Principles and Organization, 2nd Edition** (Springer).
New Patent Granted: TSV
Error Detection
Patent Number **7659250** granted for "Multiple error detection circuit detecting multiple errors in multiple links and error correction circuit..."
Conference
Service: Opening Speech at Nusa Putra Global Conference
2025
Gave an opening speech at the Nusa Putra Global Conference 2025 – Japan Series at Aizu University.
I had the honor of serving as the Steering and Standing Committee Chair for the 17th IEEE International Symposium on Embedded Multicore/Many-core Systems-on-Chip (MCSoC 2024), held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from December 16–19, 2024.
The symposium was a resounding success, bringing together leading researchers, industry experts, and innovators in multicore and many-core systems. I was pleased to attend the event in person and witness the high-quality technical sessions, keynote speeches, and vibrant international participation.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Prof. Li Li Lim, Dean of Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT), Malaysia, for graciously hosting the symposium and supporting its smooth execution. Her leadership and the warm hospitality of TAR UMT were deeply appreciated by all participants.
📄 For more information, please access the Final Program of MCSoC 2024 .
New Patent Granted:
3D On-Chip System
Patent No. **7488989** granted for "An on-chip 3D system in which TSV groups containing multiple TSVs connect layers together..."
Invited lecture on "Grid Technology with ICT and EV" at TUFS, Tokyo.
Global Outreach: Meeting with Tunisian Minister of
Foreign Affairs
Received by H.E. Mr. Nabil Ammar to discuss strategies to promote the ICT sector in Tunisia.
New
Patent Granted: Spiking Neural Network
Patent No. **7277682** granted for "Spiking Neural Network with 3D Network-on-Chip."
Media Coverage: FCT
Interview
Interviewed by FCT (Fukushima Central Television) about the AI-Chip for a Self-Powered Vending Machine.
New Patent Granted: TSV Fault-Tolerant Router
Patent No. **7239099** granted for "A TSV fault-tolerant router system for 3D-Networks-on-Chip."
Global Outreach: JICA Project
Kickoff
Gave a mini-lecture on AI-Chip Design during the JICA Grassroots Technical Cooperation Project Kickoff Ceremony.
Major
Project Launch: World's First Off-Grid Solar Carport
Announced the completion and launch of the **World's first off-grid energy storage solar carport**, powered by AI, developed with collaboration from industry partners.
Meeting with H.E. the Ambassador of Tunisia to Japan
Prof. Abderazek Ben Abdallah met with H.E. Mohamed Elloumi, Ambassador of Tunisia to Japan, to discuss opportunities for strengthening academic collaboration between the University of Aizu and the Tunisian Higher Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, located within the Borj Cedria Science & Technology Park. The meeting focused on advancing joint initiatives in ICT, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Robotics.
Off-grid energy storage solar carport demonstration research begins.
President Award for
Scientific Research and Technology (Tunisia)
Received the President Award (大統領賞) for Scientific Research and Technology in Tunis.
Development of an embedded biochip for real-time ECG monitoring in elderly patients (BANSON project).
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