Jeffrey Bokor

Jeffrey Bokor is the Paul R. Gray Distinguished Professor of Engineering in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) department at the University of California, Berkeley. He also holds a joint appointment as a Senior Scientist in the Materials Science Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His academic journey began with a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1975, followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford University in 1976 and 1980, respectively. Bokor's professional career commenced at AT&T Bell Laboratories, where he worked from 1980 to 1993. During his tenure there, he engaged in pioneering research on laser science, advanced lithography for integrated circuits, and semiconductor physics and technology. His contributions were recognized through various management roles he held within the organization. In 1993, he transitioned to academia by joining the faculty at UC Berkeley, where he has since been a prominent figure in the field of electrical engineering. His current research interests are at the forefront of technological innovation, encompassing nanomagnetics/spintronics, carbon nanotube and graphene electronics, nanophotonics, and nano-electromechanical systems. These areas of study are critical in advancing the capabilities of modern electronics and have significant implications for the future of technology. Jeffrey Bokor's contributions to the field have been acknowledged through his election as a fellow of several prestigious organizations, including the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the American Physical Society (APS), and the Optical Society of America (OSA). His work continues to inspire and influence both his peers and the next generation of engineers and scientists. In addition to his research and teaching responsibilities, Bokor is actively involved in various professional societies and committees, contributing to the advancement of electrical engineering and related disciplines. His dedication to the field is reflected in his numerous publications and the impact of his research on the scientific community.