Located at The University of Oklahoma (OU) within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the Neuromorphic Intelligent Computing Systems (NICS) lab is at the forefront of pioneering computing research. Inspired by the US Nanotechnology-Inspired Grand Challenge for Future Computing, our objective is to develop a revolutionary computing paradigm. This new class of computing framework will be capable of proactively interpreting data, solving novel problems by leveraging learned information, and operating with unparalleled energy efficiency reminiscent of the human brain.

     At NICS, our research transcends traditional computing limits by drawing inspiration from the intricate electrical activities of the brain's neurons and synapses. Our focus on brain-inspired computing and sensing caters to the emergent demands for compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient solutions, especially in applications like unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Our expertise spans a wide range, encompassing the design of cutting-edge edge devices, intelligent autonomous systems, distributed learning algorithms, and comprehensive neuromorphic computing platforms. Collaborating intimately with three distinguished research centers— the Data Institute for Societal Challenges (DISC), the Center for Quantum Research and Technology (CQRT), the Advanced Radar Research Center, and the Center for Optimal Materials for Emerging Technology (COMET)—the NICS lab integrates advancements across materials, devices, circuits, systems, algorithms, and applications, aiming to redefine the landscape of future computing and sensing technologies.