Jerzy Kanicki, DSc, Recognized for Expertise in Higher Education as an Industry-Focused Technology Leader, Senior Scientific Advisor, and Expert Witness

He has authored a whole bunch of scientific publications, contributed to influential journals, and serves as a reviewer and advisor for nationwide and worldwide analysis organizations.

ANN ARBOR, MI, December 12, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Jerzy Kanicki, DSc, has been chosen for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, people profiled are chosen on the premise of present reference worth. Factors such as place, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a discipline are all taken under consideration in the course of the choice course of.

Dr. Jerzy Kanicki’s life and profession mirror a uncommon mixture of resilience, scientific accomplishment, and real-world know-how management. Born in Poland below communist rule, he escaped in 1972 at age seventeen in search of alternative and freedom. As a United Nations refugee in Belgium, he accomplished his training at Technical High School Don Bosco in Tournai, Belgium, earlier than embarking on an educational journey on the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium. There, he earned his bachelor’s diploma in science, a grasp’s diploma in chemical science in 1978, and in the end a Doctor of Science in 1982—graduating on the high of his class. His early management included serving as president of ULB’s Cercle des Sciences and founding the Week of Sciences, a program that continues to encourage younger college students at this time.

After finishing his doctorate, Dr. Kanicki was recruited by the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in New York, one of many world’s premier analysis establishments. During his twelve – yr tenure, he served as a Research Staff Member in the physics, semiconductor gadgets know-how and shows departments, the place he turned deeply engaged in semiconductor gadget physics, skinny‐movie supplies, and early amorphous silicon skinny movie transistor liquid crystal shows (a-Si:H TFT AM-LCDs) applied sciences. His foundational work on thin-film transistors contributed to IBM’s growth of the ThinkPad CL57-SX, the corporate’s first colour laptop computer launched on March 24, 1992, and the earliest ancestor of the enduring ThinkPad model. This mix of scientific depth of basic gadget physics, utilized engineering, and industrial growth has since turn out to be an indicator of his profession.

In 1994, Dr. Kanicki joined the University of Michigan’s College of Engineering as a professor {of electrical} engineering and pc science (EECS). There, he performed a central position in shaping Michigan’s management in flat-panel show analysis by means of the Center for Display Technology & Manufacturing (DTM), a significant college–business–authorities initiative. He developed a number of the first educational programs on flat-panel show applied sciences on the University, helped launch a grasp’s program devoted to the sphere, and led analysis partnerships that superior high-quality TFT-based shows. In parallel, Dr. Kanicki supported native producers such as Optical Imaging Systems Inc., to assist develop and strengthen the know-how workforce in Michigan.

Over greater than three many years at Michigan, Dr. Kanicki has distinguished himself in semiconductor gadgets, microelectronic techniques, thin-film supplies, and superior show architectures, together with micro-LEDs, oxide semiconductors (such as a-InGaZn)) TFTs, built-in circuit applied sciences, and natural / inorganic thin-film electronics. His work spans educating, laboratory management, graduate college students mentorship, and aggressive analysis supported by businesses such as NSF, DARPA, DoD, and NIH. He has authored a whole bunch of scientific publications, contributed to influential journals, and serves as a reviewer and advisor for nationwide and worldwide analysis organizations.

Dr. Kanicki has additionally held distinguished visiting appointments at main analysis establishments, together with the University of California, Santa Barbara (2002 – 2003); the University of California, San Diego (2009 – 2010); and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2018 and 2024-2025), the place he performed collaborative analysis on the Microsystems Technology Laboratories and the Research Laboratory of Electronics. These roles mirror each his scientific standing and his skill to collaborate throughout disciplines and sectors.

In addition to his educational management, Dr. Kanicki is extensively sought for his experience in complicated technological issues. His consulting and skilled witness work facilities on semiconductor gadgets, thin-film transistors (a-Si, a-InGaZnO, natural TFTs), flat-panel and micro-LED show applied sciences, and superior thin-film supplies. He gives technical due diligence, reliability and failure evaluation, course of analysis, and clear interpretation of engineering knowledge for authorized, regulatory, and business shoppers. Known for his precision and skill to translate intricate ideas into goal findings, he brings deep scientific rigor to circumstances requiring knowledgeable, unbiased evaluation.

Internationally acknowledged, Dr. Kanicki ranks among the many Top Materials Scientists in the United States and worldwide. He is an lively member of the Society for Information Display (SID), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE, the Materials Research Society (MRS), and the American Physical Society (APS). His honors embody awards from SID, IEEE, MRS, and the Korean Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.

Beyond analysis, Dr. Kanicki maintains a robust dedication to mentorship, training, and service. He contributes to Roman Catholic neighborhood initiatives, helps charitable packages, and engages in college and departmental efforts to foster scientific development. He additionally enjoys out of doors actions, sports activities, and touring together with his spouse, Ariane, and their three youngsters—all of whom have pursued distinguished educational and skilled paths.

Looking forward, Dr. Kanicki intends to proceed advancing semiconductors and show applied sciences whereas deepening his advisory work, skilled witness contributions, and mentorship of younger scientists. He stays particularly dedicated to partaking with college students at Don Bosco, the place his scientific journey first started.

From a younger refugee to a globally acknowledged scientist, educator, and advisor, Dr. Kanicki’s story is a testomony to perseverance, mental curiosity, and the facility of scientific innovation to form industries—and futures.

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