The award-winning project was completed under the guidance of Prof Chan Chi-hou, Chair Professor of Electronic Engineering (EE) and Dean of CityU’s Faculty of Science and Engineering. It would have implications for Bluetooth front end technology and the broader wireless communications sector. By improving the signaling efficiency of hand-held devices such as mobile phones, Joe’s design could markedly improve the duration a rechargeable battery remains operational.

“Professor Chan’s technical and theoretical prowess amazes me. He is such a well rounded supervisor, who is always available whenever necessary. Without his guidance, this project would not have been possible,” said Joe. “I would also like to thank the University for three-year rigorous training that has taken me from technical naivety to this level of proficiency. I feel indebted to the University for giving me this opportunity,” said Joe.

Irrespective of the support he has benefited from the University, Joe’s efforts in achieving this recognition are based on hard work and a refusal to bow to obstacles on his path. Nobody in the research group had prior research experience in Doherty Architecture, so he had to fumble his way through with perseverance and hard work.  

“Joe is a diligent student who can conduct independent research and this is a well-deserved award for him. This is the third time our students have received a scholarship award from the IEEE MTT Society, and we are very proud of their achievements,” said Professor Chan.