Seminar on classical and quantum computational electromagnetics

The Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science (LKC FES) organised a seminar titled “Classical and quantum computational electromagnetics—an overview” on 3 January 2025. The seminar, conducted by Prof Dr Chew Weng Cho from Purdue University, USA, was held at UTAR Sungai Long Campus and streamed online via Google Meet. 

Prof Chew shared valuable insights into the advancements in computational electromagnetics (CEM), highlighting its evolution since the 1960s with the advent of digital computing. He explained how CEM has become integral to technological innovation through virtual prototyping and engineering applications. Additionally, Prof Chew delved into the emerging field of quantum computational electromagnetics, emphasising its importance in the development of quantum technologies such as computing, sensing, communications, encryption and imaging.

In his talk, Prof Chew provided a detailed overview of quantum entanglement’s applications in modern sensing and imaging, showcasing its potential to transform the landscape of computational and quantum electromagnetics.

Prof Chew, a member of the National Academy of Engineering, is globally renowned for his contributions to computational electromagnetics and wave physics. With over 30 years of expertise, he has received numerous accolades, including the IEEE Electromagnetics Award and the Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Award. He is also a Fellow of the IEEE, Optical Society of America, and several other prestigious organisations. 

The seminar attracted students, researchers, and professionals eager to learn from Prof Chew’s ground-breaking research and expertise. It provided an excellent platform for knowledge-sharing and exploring future opportunities in the field of computational electromagnetics.