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Steven Dew is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alberta, where he has been a faculty member since 1992. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Engineering Physics from the University of British Columbia (UBC), followed by a Master of Applied Science (MASc) and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta. His research interests primarily focus on nanofabrication and thin film process technology, with significant contributions to integrated circuit metallization systems and electron beam lithography. He has served in various administrative roles, including Associate Dean (Research & Planning) of the Faculty of Engineering from 1999 to 2015, and Provost Vice-President (Academic) at the University of Alberta from 2015 to 2022. During his career, he has been involved in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to control systems, digital systems, and microelectronics process technology. Currently, he is on administrative leave (sabbatical) to rebuild research activities and examine institutional academic performance assessment methods.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management