EECS16A, Designing Information Devices and Systems I

Dr. Ana Claudia Arias is a Professor at the Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences Department at the University of California in Berkeley and a faculty director at the Berkeley Wireless Research Center (BWRC). Prior to joining the University of California she was the Manager of the Printed Electronic Devices Area and a Member of Research Staff at PARC, a Xerox Company, Palo Alto, CA. She went to PARC from Plastic Logic in Cambridge, UK where she led the semiconductor group. She received her PhD in Physics from the University of Cambridge, UK. Prior to that, she received her master and bachelor degrees in Physics from the Federal University of Paraná in Curitiba, Brazil. Her research focuses on devices based on solution processed materials and application development for flexible sensors and electronic systems. Dr. Arias is a co-founder of InkSpace Imaging, a startup company that aims to commercialized flexible MRI coils for pediatric patients.

Michael (Miki) Lustig is an Associate Professor in EECS. He joined the faculty of the EECS Department at UC Berkeley in Spring 2010. He received his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology in 2002. He received his Msc and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in 2004 and 2008, respectively. His research focuses on computational imaging methods in medical imaging, particularly Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Miki is a jolly good Fellow of the Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. Education 2008, PhD, EE, Stanford University 2004, MSc, EE, Stanford University 2001, BSc, EE, Technion, IIT. Miki is a co-founder of InkSpace Imaging, a startup company that aims to commercialized flexible MRI coils for pediatric patients.

Hi there! I'm a third year EECS major. Currently, I'm working on research focused on data analysis of the electric grid, which combines signal processing, circuits, and machine learning -- all things you'll learn about in 16A this semester! In my free time, I enjoy knitting, reading, cooking, and wandering aimlessly around Berkeley. I'm looking forward to getting to know you this semester!

I'm a 4th year studying mechanical engineering and EECS. I do research in design theory and I am passionate about electric vehicles and alternative forms of travel. Outside of school, I enjoy swimming, cooking, video games, and sleep.

I'm a fourth year EECS major interested in embedded systems and aerospace. I like 16A because it provides a foundation in linear algebra and circuits with fun and interesting labs. Outside of school I enjoy playing tennis, video games, and hiking.

Hi! I'm Raghav, a junior in the EECS major. I am really interested in Computer Architecture, (so far :). 16A is one of the best classes I've taken at Berkeley because of the unique perspective it gives one on solving real world problems with the simplicity of linear algebra. I'm very passionate about aviation, technology, soccer and F1. I love traveling, hiking and endurance running and cycling. Oh and I thoroughly enjoy talking to people, so feel free to hit me up!

I'm a fourth-year EECS major currently conducting research in power electronics. My favorite part of 16A is the circuits module: I find the creative aspect of circuit design to be quite rewarding, and the hands-on lab work is super fun. Outside of academics, I love outdoor adventures (particularly aquatic ones), classical music, and cooking.

Hey, I'm Viraj! I'm a sophomore in EECS, and I'm interested in many things, like circuits, signals, ML, and I'm not opposed to a maths puzzle or two as well! When I'm not doing that kind of stuff, I like to play the guitar, ukelele or sing, go for jogs, doodle, and curate my ever growing collection of eecs-related memes.

Hello there! I'm a third year studying EECS. In my free time I enjoy running, board games, exploring theories behind the meaning of life, and slaying noobs in Minecraft. I hope 16A gives you infinite power with knowledge, and that you have a great semester!

Hey Y'all! I'm Rishi, and I'm a sophomore double-majoring in Computer Science and Economics from the armpit of the US. Being from NJ, I am incredibly stuck up about bagels and pizza. I'm super into lifting and food, and I love to ski and adrenaline chase!

Hi all! I'm a fourth year EECS major and I am a discussion TA this semester. I'm interested in digital circuit design, computer architecture, and firmware programming. My favorite non-EECS related pastimes are playing video games, eating, and running.

Hey everyone! I'm Shreyash, a junior EECS Major. I am from India but I was born and brought up in Abu Dhabi, UAE (yes we have a rivalry with Dubai!). My academic interests are Cloud/High Performance Computing, Control Systems and Autonomous Vehicles. EECS 16A is one of the most enjoyable classes I have taken till now as it lays a great foundation for future EE and EECS classes. Outside of academics, my interests lie mainly in sports and music.The sports I avidly follow and watch are football (soccer for my American friends), cricket, combat sports, and tennis. If you ever want to have some controversial sports debates, hit me up! I look forward to a great semester with y'all!

Hi, I'm a (super!) senior majoring in bioengineering and minoring in EECS. I've been doing research in printed flexible electronics for the last three years, and am currently specializing in agricultural sensing. I love doing research, and will be applying to electrical engineering PhD programs this semester. With my spare time, I enjoy running, cycling, making art, cooking, playing with my cats, and watching Survivor.

Hi! I'm a 4th year CS + Stats Major interested in all things Robotics and AI. In my free time, I enjoy playing squash, discussing politics, and ruining family photos. Super excited for this semester!

I'm a third-year EECS and BioE double major. I currently am targeting my study on Machine Learning and Computational Biology. My favorite part of 16A is its hands on nature. I have not been in a class that has lab as interesting as the EECS16 series. Outside of academics, I love to cook or learn about food. I also enjoy playing the piano and listening to classical music(love TwoSetViolin’s YouTube channel). Exercising can also bring me joy. Lastly, welcome to 16A and I hope you enjoy it!

Hi friends! I'm a third year EECS & Materials Science Major, and I'm super excited to help teach 16A this semester! In my free time, I do computational MSE research, participate in various community organizations on campus, and listen to Bollywood music.16A helped teach me the valuable skill of decomposing complex problems into understandable pieces. I can't wait to help contribute to your 16A experience!

Hi! I’m studying computer science and business, with an interest in entrepreneurship. I enjoy building things (both hardware and software) that are only occasionally useful. In my free time I love listening to music, making (trash) music, and aimlessly walking around campus in search of good food.

Hi everyone! I'm a third year EECS undergrad and discussion/software TA for 16A. I'm excited to make sure the class runs smoothly for you all. On campus I participate in micro-robotics research, and in my free time I enjoy running!

Hi, everyone! I'm a third year CS + Physics major -- my technical interests include computational linguistics, computational physics, and quantum computing. Outside the classroom, I love Latin literature, all things Tolkien, and ice hockey! I'm always happy to discuss my research, good reading material, sports, or anything else that's on your mind.

Hello there! My name is Francis, and I'm a second year studying EECS. I'm interested in exploring unsupervised learning and computer vision topics, so I'm planning to research at a lab studying either of these areas. I love 16A because it shows you the magic of linear algebra: it's fun and it can be applied anywhere! In my free time, I enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, playing tennis and trying new food!

Hi everyone! I’m a third year student majoring in EECS from Sacramento, California, and I am interested in computer architecture and digital signal processing. In my free time, I enjoy listening to 2000s music, playing board games, and watching new TV shows. 16A is one of my favorite classes and I hope it is yours too. Feel free to reach out to chat with me - excited to meet you all and looking forward to a great semester!

I'm a 3rd year EECS major (more EE than CS), I will be doing research in optical engineering this Fall. I think 16A builds a solid foundation for further EECS courses through an application based learning approach. This is my third semester on course staff and I hope to make this a great learning experience for you. Outside classes, I play and watch a lot of sports (table tennis, cricket, football), am a total foodie, love watching movies, and you can always hit me up for a hike (fire trails in particular).

Hi everyone! I am Abishek and am a Senior majoring in EECS and Economics. I am really passionate about data analytics and the application of AI in Finance. I love binge watching Netflix and some of my top show recs include Sherlock, Suits, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Ozark. Please hit my up with any movie/tv show suggestions. I also enjoy cooking and trying out different recipes when I am bored and can make a strong case that Great China is the best restaurant in Berkeley. This is my third semester on 16A course staff, but it is my first time TA'ing. I am super excited to meet all of you and help you succeed in 16A!

Hey everyone! Hope you’re doing well! I’m a third-year CS major at Berkeley and I absolutely loved EECS 16A! There’s so much exciting stuff to learn in this course! I spend my free-time scooting through Golden Gate Park and going on road-trips around the Bay Area. Please reach out to me if you have any questions about the material or anything else — especially if you’re interested in gaining insider information about secret hiking spots in the Bay Area!

Hi, I’m a 4th year EECS major and I’m interested in the applications of machine learning and neural networks in autonomous driving and quantitative finance. Having grown up in Abu Dhabi, I love cold places. Talk to me about the IPL, cricket in general, and any of my academic interests. I wish you a great semester ahead!

Hello! I’m Anvitha, a third-year studying EECS with interests in artificial intelligence and computational neuroscience. In my free time, you can find me reading fiction, exploring new places, baking and sharing treats, making jewelry, or learning random skills. I love how linear algebra concepts and applications come together seamlessly in 16A, and I hope you will enjoy this class too! I look forward to meeting and working with you and hope you have a wonderful experience this semester!

I am a PhD candidate in EECS working on implantable MEMS silicon neural probes for brain-machine interfaces. Outside of research, I enjoy backpacking/hiking, reading, and eating fried chicken.

Hi! I'm a 3rd year PhD student in EECS conducting research in computational magnetic resonance imaging. My research involves using signal processing and optimization to develop image reconstruction and acquisition methods. In my free time, I enjoy dancing, playing badminton, and cooking.

I'm a second-year PhD interested in integrated circuits. I like to go for long walks and runs.

I am a 6-year PhD student in EECS. My research is in computational optics, which is a combination of optical hardware, physical modeling, optimization algorithms, and machine learning. In my spare time I enjoy watching anime, playing tennis and gardening.

My name is Ke Wang and I am a forth-year Ph.D. student working with Prof. Miki Lustig and Prof. Stella Yu. My research interests mainly focus on medical imaging and computer vision, especially MRI. I am an enthusiast of science, engineering, music, ice skating and everything related to medicine and healthcare!