Assist. Prof. Dr. Jiabin Shen | Neuromorphic Computing | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Jiabin Shen, Associate Professor, Fudan University, China.

Dr. Jiabin Shen is an innovative Associate Professor at Fudan University, specializing in photonic computing and emerging memory technologies. With a strong academic foundation and research productivity, he has made remarkable contributions to neuromorphic hardware design. Dr. Shen earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and has since excelled through postdoctoral research and faculty roles. His work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of optoelectronic systems, as evidenced by over 20 publications in high-impact journals, 12 patents, and national recognition. A trailblazer in his domain, Dr. Shen continues pushing the boundaries of post-Moore’s Law hardware innovations.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Jiabin Shen received his Ph.D. in Microelectronics and Solid-State Electronics from the prestigious University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) in 2021. During his doctoral studies, he focused on the convergence of photonic systems and advanced computing models. His academic journey was marked by rigorous theoretical training and impactful research outcomes. After completing his doctorate, he joined Fudan University as a postdoctoral researcher, further honing his expertise in optoelectronics. In 2024, he was appointed as an Associate Professor at Fudan University, solidifying his position as a rising star in the fields of photonics and neuromorphic engineering.

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

Dr. Shen began his professional academic career with a postdoctoral research fellowship at Fudan University, where he worked on cutting-edge optoelectronic systems from 2021 to 2023. His exceptional contributions led to his appointment as an Associate Professor in 2024 at the same institution. Throughout his tenure, Dr. Shen has managed six high-level research projects and published 22 SCI/Scopus-indexed papers. Although he has not yet been involved in consultancy or industry collaborations, his work remains highly impactful in academic circles. He also holds 12 patents, underscoring his commitment to practical, innovative solutions in computing hardware.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Jiabin Shen has been selected for China’s prestigious National Young Talents Program, an honor bestowed on promising researchers making significant scientific contributions. His work in photonic computing has been featured among China’s Top 10 Scientific Advances, reflecting national recognition for his research excellence. Dr. Shen’s academic rigor and innovation are also reflected in his multiple patents and high citation count. With over 550 citations to date, his scientific outputs are highly respected in the computing and electronics research community. These accolades collectively affirm his standing as one of China’s most promising young scientists in computing.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Shen’s research is centered on photonic neuromorphic computing and emerging memory systems. He has made groundbreaking strides by designing an optoelectronic emulator capable of executing 6-bit precision optical-domain multiplication using FPGA platforms. This system effectively bridges the gap between theoretical designs and real-world hardware, allowing for accurate simulation of image convolution and inference learning. By accelerating the prefabrication verification process, his research enhances the development of photonic computing systems. His work is vital for future computing paradigms that surpass Moore’s Law constraints, setting the stage for the development of advanced, energy-efficient, and high-speed computational architectures.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Jiabin Shen stands at the forefront of next-generation computing technologies. As an Associate Professor at Fudan University, his integrated approach to research, combining photonics, neuromorphic systems, and hardware development, has positioned him as a key contributor to global scientific advancements. His academic output, comprising high-impact journal publications and patented innovations, underscores his role as a thought leader in post-silicon computation. Selected for elite national programs and featured among China’s top scientific breakthroughs, Dr. Shen’s career trajectory exemplifies excellence in research and innovation. His journey continues to inspire and redefine possibilities in computational science.

📚 Top Publications by Dr. Jiabin Shen

1. All-optical arithmetic processing using phase-change photonic circuits
   Published in: Science, 2021
   Cited by: 95 articles
   Summary: Demonstrates integrated optical computing operations using phase-change materials.

2. In-memory photonic computing with non-volatile materials
   Published in: Nature, 2021
   Cited by: 122 articles
   Summary: Introduces novel photonic memory units capable of accelerating neuromorphic workloads.

3. FPGA-integrated emulator for photonic neuromorphic circuits
   Published in: IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, 2022
   Cited by: 66 articles
   Summary: Presents a simulation-emulation framework bridging software models and physical hardware.

4. High-speed optoelectronic computing based on memristive switching
   Published in: Materials Today, 2021
   Cited by: 89 articles
   Summary: Explores memristive-based photonic systems for fast, reliable AI inference.

5. Emulating synaptic plasticity using nanophotonic circuits
   Published in: Optica, 2022
   Cited by: 48 articles
   Summary: Achieves tunable photonic synaptic weights using silicon photonics for neuromorphic learning.