Mr Mohammed Alharbi, Liverpool John Moores University, Saudi Arabia
Mr Mohammed Alharbi is the Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Saudi Electronic Materials Company (SEMC), specializing in semiconductor technology and nanoelectronics engineering. He holds an MSc in Industrial Engineering and a BSc in Computer Science from King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Nanoelectronics Engineering at Liverpool John Moores University, UK. With over two decades at SEMC, Alharbi has led advancements in VLSI circuits, IR sensors, MEMS/NEMS, and quantum computing circuits. His expertise extends to project management and system engineering, supported by extensive training and over 100 specialized courses.
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Education
Mr Mohammed Alharbi holds a PhD in Nanoelectronics Engineering from Liverpool John Moores University, UK (2022-present), following his doctoral studies at the University of Chester (2020-2022). He earned an MSc in Industrial Engineering and a BSc in Computer Science from King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia, in 2013 and 2000, respectively. Alharbi’s academic journey is complemented by ongoing professional development in advanced semiconductor technologies and engineering disciplines.
Experience
As EVP and CTO of Saudi Electronic Materials Company (SEMC), Mohammed Alharbi oversees the strategic alignment of technology with business objectives. His leadership spans over two decades at SEMC, including roles as Design Department Head and Design Engineer. Alharbi’s expertise in semiconductor technology encompasses CMOS, IR sensors, MEMS/NEMS, and quantum computing circuits, influencing both commercial projects and R&D initiatives. He excels in system-level design, simulation, and implementation, crucial for integrating microscale and nanoscale technologies into practical applications.
Research focus
Mr Mohammed Alharbi’s research focuses on advancing nanoelectronics engineering, particularly in VLSI circuits, IR sensors, MEMS/NEMS, and quantum-dot cellular automata (QCA) technology. His contributions include pioneering ultra-energy-efficient designs and reversible logic circuits, as evidenced in his publications on quantum-dot cellular automata and nanocomputing circuits. Alharbi’s work emphasizes the integration of cutting-edge semiconductor technologies with practical applications, positioning him at the forefront of innovation in the field.
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