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Greetings from Hui Fang

Hui Fang serves as Professor and Chair of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Delaware.

Welcome to the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Delaware! Since 1891, we have been innovators in science and technology, driven by a mission to serve society through groundbreaking research, education, and entrepreneurship. We are living in a transformative time where the interface between the cyber and physical worlds is more critical than ever. In ECE, we explore this boundary, building the complex systems that address global challenges in health, security, and sustainability.

To meet the demands of this rapidly evolving landscape, we are proud to announce our new degree in AI Engineering. While many programs focus solely on software, UD ECE leads the Engineering of AI, focusing on the hardware, edge computing, and robust infrastructure that allow intelligent algorithms to function reliably and ethically in the real world. We prepare our students to be the architects of the intelligent systems that will define the next century.

Our research environment bridges the gap between fundamental theory and applied technology through three core pillars: high-performance computing and cybersecurity, nano-scale materials and quantum hardware, and the intelligent algorithms driving autonomy and biomedical systems. By integrating innovations in AI infrastructure and secure network science with breakthroughs in semiconductor devices and photonic systems, our faculty and students build the physical and digital foundations of the future. This interdisciplinary ecosystem, which leverages our world-class Nanofabrication Facility and a culture of entrepreneurship, transforms complex scientific discoveries into real-world solutions for energy, health, and security.

Our educational programs, including Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, and Graduate Certificate programs in ECE, Cybersecurity, and AI Engineering, prepare students at all career stages with the fundamentals, experience, and innovative mindset to lead us to a better future. Our degree programs closely integrate theory, design, and practice, supported by an infrastructure that includes our iSuite student community space, world-class research facilities developed by our faculty, and core facilities such as the Nanofabrication Facility and the Pearson Hall Maker Space.

We invite you to join our vibrant community of scholars and innovators. Whether you are a prospective student, a researcher, or an industry partner, we look forward to collaborating with you as we utilize our unique talents to push the boundaries of technology and engineer a smarter, more secure future for all.