Heba Abunahla

Heba Abunahla is currently an Assistant Professor at Quantum and Computer Engineering department and a core member at EEMCS Diversity and Inclusion Team, Delft University of Technology. Abunahla received her PhD degree from Khalifa University, UAE. Prior to joining TU Delft, Abunahla spent over five years as Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Scientist working extensively on the design, fabrication and characterization of emerging memory devices with great emphasis on computing, sensing and security applications. According to her achievements, she received Australian Global Talent Permanent Residency in 2021. Abunahla has several awards and competitive scholarships. E.g., she is the recipient of Unique Fellowship for Top Female Academic Scientists - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics & Computer Science (2022) from Delft University of Technology. Abunahla serves as a lead Editor in Frontiers in Neuroscience.

Talk: Advancing Neuromorphic Computing: Harnessing Memristors for Brain-Inspired AI Applications

Abstract:
This talk explores cutting-edge advancements in neuromorphic computing, driven by the deployment of memristor technologies. Memristors, known for their ability to mimic synaptic plasticity, are transforming the AI landscape by enabling energy-efficient, biologically inspired computational architectures. We will delve into recent innovations, including the development of graphene-based resistive memory and other emerging materials. These devices offer significant potential for applications such as in-memory computing. The talk will emphasize how these breakthroughs enhance the scalability and performance of AI-driven tasks, contributing to the future of neuromorphic systems. 

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