Luca Nela
Director of GaN Power Devices at NovaWave AG | Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Luca Nela currently serves as the Senior GaN Technology Engineer at NovaWave AG, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the company's cutting-edge GaN power device portfolio. With a robust background in semiconductor device engineering and a Ph.D. from EPFL, Luca brings a deep understanding of GaN material properties, device physics, and fabrication processes. His expertise spans from device design and characterization to full-scale production, ensuring that NovaWave’s GaN power solutions meet the highest standards of efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
In his role, Luca leads a multidisciplinary team that collaborates closely across R&D, test, and production units to streamline the development cycle and accelerate product commercialization. He oversees complex project management activities, coordinating efforts with supply chain partners to source high-quality wafers, optimize etching and clean room processes, and implement rigorous device qualification protocols. His proficiency in TCAD simulations and Monte Carlo modeling enables precise device optimization, while his skills in programming and industry-specific tools like OriginPro and Adobe Photoshop facilitate detailed data analysis and presentation.
Luca’s key projects include the development of next-generation GaN power transistors designed for high-frequency, high-efficiency applications in power conversion and RF systems. His strategic focus on integrating device design with manufacturing processes ensures seamless transition from prototype to mass production, reducing time-to-market and enhancing product performance. Through his leadership, NovaWave AG continues to push the boundaries of GaN technology, leveraging his expertise in semiconductor industry best practices, clean room fabrication, and supply chain management to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving demands of the power electronics market.
Director of GaN Power Devices at NovaWave AG in May 2024 to Present
Gan Technology Expert at NovaWave AG in April 2023 to May 2024
Senior GaN Technology Engineer at NovaWave AG in May 2022 to April 2023
Doctoral Student at Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne in April 2018 to April 2022
Assistant Researcher at IBM in March 2017 to September 2017
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EPFL, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, August 2026
Université Paris Cité, August 2026
Politecnico di Torino, August 2026
Politecnico di Torino, Bachelor's degree, August 2026
Grenoble INP - Phelma, Summer school, August 2026
Liceo scientifico F.Vercelli, August 2026
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Programmazione
Team Management
Product Development
Compound Semiconductors
Cross-team Collaboration
Semiconductor Fabrication
Grant Writing
Team Leadership
Semiconductor Industry
Project Management
Nanotechnology
Power Electronics
Semiconductors
Materials Science
Research and Development (R&D)
Laboratory Skills
Characterization
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Thin Films
Semiconductor
LaTeX
Microsoft Office
Matlab
OriginPro
Microsoft PowerPoint
C
LabVIEW
Adobe Photoshop
Teaching
Teamwork
Presentation Skills
Problem Solving
English
French
Microfabrication
Semiconductor Device
Nanofabrication
Power Devices
Gallium Nitride
Electronic device
Microelectronics
Power Conversion
Applied Physics
Solid state physics
Clean Rooms
Electron Beam Lithography
Electron Microscopy
Etching
TCAD
Atlas Silvaco
L-Edit
Monte Carlo Simulation
MATLAB
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What is Luca Nela email address?
Email Luca Nela at [email protected] and [email protected]. This email is the most updated Luca Nela's email found in 2026.
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Luca Nela phone number is +41779183470.
How to contact Luca Nela?
To contact Luca Nela send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]. If you want to call Luca Nela try calling on +41779183470. (updated on April 10, 2025)
What company does Luca Nela work for?
Luca Nela works for NovaWave AG
What is Luca Nela's role at NovaWave AG?
Luca Nela is Director of GaN Power Devices
What industry does Luca Nela work in?
Luca Nela works in the Consumer Electronics industry.
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