We live in a connected world. The
sheer power of this connectivity needs to be translated through scientific discovery
and engineering innovation. Specially engineering innovation which is based
upon finding a sustainable solution of an existing issue or inventing a novel
gadget or tool which augments the quality of our life is critical. Involving
mass is thus extremely important. Think about this, survivability and sustainability
of mankind has been possible through in-situ innovation to address a
local challenge. We can make this happen again by bringing revolutionary change
in electronics. Let’s make it simple, easy, affordable. Simple and easy to
understand and to work with. Affordable to make them accessible to nearly all.
We should let the mass to realize their dreams, their ideas. Democratization.
This is part of my vision and dream which defines the scope of my research. My
vision and dream is to bring true change in our life in many positive ways and
to change the way we think through my research. I consider that is impact.
Producing next generation visionary
technology leaders during the process is another tangible goal. Mentoring and
fostering next generation technologists who are not only dreamers but also
makers of those dreams. Often I say, give me your hearts - believing is the key.
Therefore, to inspire, sometimes my talks might be perceived as too simple
to understand complex engineering but that is what I want to do. I would like
to see the rise of citizen science. I am passionate about engineering and being
a researcher and an educator, I believe it is my core responsibility to inspire
commoners around us to believe in themselves that each of them can make a positive
difference in the world. What can be more fulfilling to be amazed by the
discovery how amazing one is? Thus, when I talk, I talk in simplistic way, I
use examples after examples. I sincerely hope those who sometimes get
uncomfortable by such “non-elitist” “jargon-free” dialogues, will kindly consider
spending sometimes with me so we can dive down into the complexity of what we
do. I don’t want to overwhelm anyone, rather I want everyone feel, “Yes, we can
too!”
I call it “citizen science”.