Refereed Conference Papers

J.N. Zhang, F. Feng, W.C. Na, J. Jin, and Q.J. Zhang, “Adaptively weighted training of space-mapping surrogates for accurate yield estimation of microwave components,” IEEE MTT-S Int. Microw. Symp. Dig., (Los Angeles, California), June 2020.

F. Feng, W. Zhang, J.N. Zhang, Z.H. Zhao, J. Jin and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in EM centric multiphysics parametric modeling,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization (Cambridge, MA), May 2019.

F. Feng, W. Zhang, J.N. Zhang, Z.H. Zhao, J. Jin and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in parametric modeling using neural network and transfer functions,” International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation (Xian, China), October 2019 (invited).

S.H. Zhou, H.P. Fu, J.G. Ma and Q.J. Zhang, “A neural network modelling approach to power amplifiers taking into account temperature effects,” IEEE MTT-S Int. Microw. Symp. Dig., (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), June 2018.

F. Feng, C. Zhang, W. Na, J.N. Zhang, W. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in parametric modelling using pole-residue-based neuro-transfer functions,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Reykjavic, Iceland), August 2018.

C. Zhang, J. Jin, Z.H. Zhao and Q.J. Zhang, “Cognition-driven formulation of space mapping for reducing gain variation of antennas,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Reykjavic, Iceland), August 2018.

J.N. Zhang, C. Zhang, F. Feng, W. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in EM-based yield estimation,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Reykjavic, Iceland), August 2018.

Z. Zhao, V. Gongal-Reddy and Q.J. Zhang, “Muli-band behavioural modelling of power amplifier using carrier frequency-dependent time delay neural network model,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Seville, Spain), May 2017.

C.Y. Zhang, Y.Y. Zhu, Q.F. Cheng, H.P. Fu, J.G. Ma and Q.J. Zhang, “Extreme learning machine for the behavioural modelling of RF power amplifiers,” IEEE MTT-S Int. Microw. Symp. Dig., (Honolulu, California), June 2017.

V. Gongal-Reddy, C. Zhang, F. Feng, and Q.J. Zhang, "Recent Advances in EM Modeling and Optimization Exploiting Parallel Computations," IEEE MTT-S Latin America Microwave Conference, (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico), December 2016.

W. Liu, L. Zhu, W. Na, and Q.J. Zhang, "An Overview of Neuro-Space Mapping Techniques for Microwave Device Modeling," IEEE MTT-S Latin America Microwave Conference, (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico), December 2016.

C. Zhang, W. Na, Q.J. Zhang and J.W. Bandler, "Fast yield estimation and optimization of microwave filters using a cognition-driven formulation of space mapping," IEEE MTT-S International. Microwave Symp. (San Francisco, California), May 2016.

F. Feng, V. Gongal-Reddy, C. Zhang, S.L. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, "Parallel EM optimization approach to microwave filter design using feature assisted neuro-transfer functions," IEEE MTT-S International. Microwave Symp. (San Francisco, California), May 2016.

W. Zhang, F. Feng, J. Zhang, V. Gongal-Reddy, Q.J. Zhang and S.L. Zhang, "Advanced parametric modeling using neuro-transfer function for EM based multiphysics analysis of microwave passive components," IEEE MTT-S International. Microwave Symp. (San Francisco, California), May 2016.

S. Zhang, J. Xu, Q.J. Zhang and D. Root, “Parallel matrix neural network training on cluster systems for dynamic FET modelling from large datasets,” IEEE MTT-S International. Microwave Symp. (San Francisco, California), May 2016.

W. Liu, W. Na, L. Zhu and Q. Zhang, “A review of neural network based techniques for nonlinear microwave device modelling,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Beijing, China), August 2016.

J. Jin, C. Zhang and Q. Zhang, “An enhanced multi-circuit optimization approach for identification of microwave filter parameters,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Beijing, China), August 2016.

R. Sang, Q. Liu and Q. Zhang, “FPGA-based acceleration of neural network training,” Proceedings of IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization, (Beijing, China), August 2016.

F. Feng, C. Zhang, W. Na, V. Gongal-Reddy, and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in parallel EM optimization approaches,” Proceedings of International Conference on Microwave and Millimeter-wave Technology, (Beijing, China), April 2016, (invited).

J. Zhang, K. Ma, F. Feng and Q.J. Zhang, “Parallel gradient-based local search accelerating particle swarm optimization for training microwave neural network models,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Phoenix, Arizona) May 2015.

V. Gongal-Reddy, F. Feng and Q.J. Zhang, “Parametric modeling of millimeter-wave passive components using combined neural networks and transfer functions,” Global Symposium on Millimeter-Waves, (Montreal, Canada), May 2015.

F. Feng, V. Gongal-Reddy, S. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in space mapping approach to EM optimization,” Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference (Nanjing, China) December 2015 (invited).

F. Feng and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural space mapping optimization for EM design,” Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference (Nanjing, China) December 2015.

F. Feng and Q.J. Zhang, “Parametric modeling using sensitivity-based adjoint neuro-transfer functions for microwave passive components,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Ottawa, Canada) August 2015.

W. Na and Q.J. Zhang, “Unified automated knowledge-based neural network modeling for microwave devices,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Ottawa, Canada) August 2015.

W. Zhang, S. Yan, F. Feng and Q.J. Zhang, “Fast and simple technique for computing circuit noise figure from component noise model using artificial neural network,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Ottawa, Canada) August 2015.

J. Zhang, K. Ma, F. Feng, Z. Zhao, W. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Distributed parallel computing technique for EM modeling,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Ottawa, Canada) August 2015.

S. Zhang, P. Gunupudi, and Q.J. Zhang, “Parallel back-propagation neural network training technique using CUDA on multiple GPUs,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Ottawa, Canada) August 2015.

F. Feng, C. Zhang, V. Gongal-Reddy and Q.J. Zhang, “Knowledge-based coarse and fine mesh space mapping approach to EM optimization,” IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic Modeling and Optimization (Pavia, Italy) May 2014.

Q.J. Zhang, L. Zhang and P. Aaen, “Statistical modeling of RF/microwave FET devices,” IEEE AP-S Int. Symp. Antennas and Propagation and USNC-URSI Radio Science Meeting (Memphis, Tennessee) July 2014.

C. Zhang, F. Feng, and Q.J. Zhang, “EM optimization using coarse and fine mesh space mapping,”, Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference, (Seoul, Korea) November 2013.

W.C. Na and Q.J. Zhang, “Automated parametric modeling of microwave components using combined neural network and interpolation techniques,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Seattle, Washington) June 2013.

C. Zhang, Q.J. Zhang and J.G. Ma, “Behavioral modeling of power amplifier with long term memory effects using recurrent neural networks,” IEEE MTT-S International Wireless Symp., (Beijing, China) April 2013.

Q. Liu, J.G. Ma and Q.J. Zhang, "Neural network based pre-placement wirelength estimation," International Conference on Field-Programmable Technology (FPT), pp. 16-22, (Seoul, Korea) December 2012.

V. Gongal-Reddy, S. Zhang, Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Efficient design optimization of microwave circuits using parallel computational methods,” 42nd European Microwave Conference (Amsterdam, the Netherlands) October/November 2012.

Z.Y. Guo, J.J. Gao, Y.Z. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Passivity enforcement for passive component modeling subject to variations of geometrical parameters using neural networks”, IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Montreal, Canada) June 2012.

J.E. Rayas-Sánchez and Q.J. Zhang,“On knowledge-based neural networks and neuro-space mapping”, IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Montreal, Canada) June 2012.

N. Nikolova, S.M. Dadash, M.H. Bakr and Q.J. Zhang, “Re-discovering adjoint sensitivities: Toward field-based analysis”, IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Montreal, Canada) June 2012.

L. Zhu, K. Liu, Q.J. Zhang, Y. Ma and P. Bo, “An enhanced analytical neuro-space mapping method for large-signal microwave device modeling”, IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Montreal, Canada) June 2012.

L. Zhu, K. Liu, Q.J. Zhang, Y. Ma, “An enhanced neuro-space mapping method for nonlinear microwave device modeling,” IEEE CAS-S International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (Seoul, Korea) May 2012.

C. Zhang, Q.J. Zhang and J.G. Ma, "Advances in automatic model generation for microwave modeling,” Progress in Electromagnetics Research Symposium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) March 2012.

V. Gongal-Reddy, Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Parametric modeling and fast optimization of a 3D multiband antenna using neural network technique”, International Review of Progress in Applied Computational Electromagnetics, (Williamsburg, Virginia), March 2011.

Q.J. Zhang and J. Ma, “Knowledge-based neural networks for modeling of radio-frequency/microwave electronics devices”, Int. Conf. Fuzzy Systems and Neural Computating (Hong Kong, China), February 2011.

Y.Z. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural network techniques for fast parametric modeling of vias on multilayered circuit packages” IEEE Electrical Design of Advanced Packaging and Systems (Singapore), December 2010.

Q.J. Zhang, J.W. Bandler, S. Koziel, H. Kabir and L. Zhang, “ANN and space mapping for microwave modelling and optimization,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, (Anaheim, CA), May 2010.

L.S. Liu, J.G. Ma, H.F. Wu, G.I. Ng and Q.J. Zhang, “Nonlinear HEMT model direct formulated from the second-order derivative of the I-V/Q-V characteristics,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, (Anaheim, CA), May 2010.

Q.J. Zhang, Y. Cao and I. Erdin, “Fast IO buffer modeling using neural network methods,” International Conference on Electronic Packaging Technology and High Density Packaging (Xian, China) Aug. 2010.

M. Simsek, Q.J. Zhang, H. Kabir, Y. Cao and N. Sengor, “The recent developments in knowledge based neural modeling,” International Conference on Computational Science (Amsterdam, the Netherlands), May-June, 2010.

Q.J. Zhang, “Parametric time-domain neural network models for microwave modeling,” Progress in Electromagnetics Research Symposium (Xian, China) March 2010.

Q.J. Zhang and Y. Cao, “Knowledge-based neural networks for high-frequency electronic modeling,” International Conference on Aerospace Electronics, Communication and Instrumentation (Vijayawada, India), Jan 2010.

H. Kabir, Q.J. Zhang and M. Yu, “Neural network inverse modeling techniques for microwave design,” International Conference on Aerospace Electronics, Communication and Instrumentation (Vijayawada, India), Jan 2010.

H. Kabir, M. Yu and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural network techniques for efficient electromagnetic modeling and optimization,” Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference, (Singapore) December 2009.

S. Liao, J. Xu, H. Kabir, Q.J. Zhang, and J. Ma, “Neural network EM-field based modeling for 3D substructure in finite element method,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, (Boston, Massachusetts) June 2009.

Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “High-speed I/O buffer modeling for signal-integrity-based design of VLSI interconnects,” Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (Beijing, China) March 2009.

Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural network based methods for nonlinear behavioral modeling of RF and microwave circuits,” ACES Conf. Applied Computational Electromagnetics, (Monterey, California), March 2009.

H. Kabir, Y. Wang, M. Yu and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural network inverse modeling methods for fast and accurate solution of electromagnetic devices,” ACES Conf. Applied Computational Electromagnetics, (Monterey, California), March 2009.

H. Ninomiya, S. Wan, H. Kabir, X. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Robust training of microwave neural network models using combined global/local optimization techniques,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, (Atlanta, Georgia) June 2008.

H. Ninomiya and Q.J. Zhang, “Particle with Ability of Local search Swarm Optimization: PALSO for Training of Feedforward Neural Networks,” IEEE Int. Joint Conf. on Neural Networks, (Hong Kong), May 2008.

Q.J. Zhang “ANN/DNN-based behavioural modeling of RF/microwave components/devices and circuit blocks,” Int. Conf. on Scientific Computing in Electrical Engineering (Helsinki, Finland) Sept. 2008. (invited).

Q.J. Zhang, “Electromagnetic modeling and optimization using neural networks,” 5th European Congress on Computational Methods in Applied Science and Engineering (Venice, Italy) June 2008.

Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “Adjoint dynamic neural network for developing transient nonlinear neural models and sensitivity analysis in high-speed circuit design,” Annual Review of Progress in Applied Computational Electromagnetics, (Niagara Falls, Canada), March 2008.

L. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang “Analytical neuro-space mapping technique for nonlinear device modeling and its application in large-signal microwave circuit design,” Annual Review of Progress in Applied Computational Electromagnetics, (Niagara Falls, Canada), March 2008.

S. Wan, L. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Application of artificial neural networks for electromagnetic modeling and computational electromagnetics,” IEEE Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (Knoxville, Tennessee) August 2008.

X. Zhang, Y.Z. Cao, and Q.J. Zhang, “A combined transfer function and neural network method for modeling via in multilayer circuits,” IEEE Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (Knoxville, Tennessee) August 2008.

H. Kabir, M. Yu, and Q.J. Zhang, “State-of-the-art microwave filter modeling and design using neural network technique,” Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (Hangzhou, China) March 2008.

L. Zhang, Y. Cao, S. Wan, H. Kabir and Q.J. Zhang, “Parallel automatic model generation technique for microwave modeling,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, (Honolulu, Hawai) June 2007.

Y. Cao and Q.J. Zhang, “State-space dynamic neural network technique for high-speed IC buffer modeling,” URSI International Symp. Signals, Systems and Electronics, (Montreal, Canada) July 2007.

H. Kabir, Y. Cao, L. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural based techniques to EM modeling,” URSI International Symp. Signals, Systems and Electronics, (Montreal, Canada) July 2007.

L. Zhang, K. Bo and Q.J. Zhang, “Application of neural networks for linear/nonlinear microwave modeling,” IEEE Midwest Symp. Circuits and Systems (Montreal, Canada) August 2007.

Q.J. Zhang and Y. Cao, “Time-domain neural network approaches to EM modeling of microwave components,” Symp. Time Domain Methods in Modern Engineering Electrodynamics, (Munich, Germany), May 2007 (invited).

Q.J. Zhang, “Microwave modeling using artificial neural networks and applications to embedded passive modeling”, International Conf. Microwave and Millimeter-wave Technologies, (Guilin, China), April 2007. (keynote presentation in plenary session).

H. Kabir, Y. Wang, M. Yu and Q.J. Zhang, “Applications of artificial neural network techniques in microwave filter modeling, optimization and design,” Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (PIERS), (Beijing, China) March 2007.

J.W. Bandler and Q.J. Zhang, “Space mapping and neuro-space mapping for microwave design,” Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (PIERS), (Beijing, China) March 2007.

Y. Cao, I. Erdin and Q.J. Zhang, “Neural-based transient behavioral modeling of IC buffers for high-speed interconnect design,” Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (PIERS), (Beijing, China) March 2007.

J. Gao, X. Li, and Q.-J. Zhang, “ Microwave noise modeling for PHEMT using artificial neural network technique,” Asia Pacific Microwave Conference, (Yokohama, Japan), December 2006.

L. Zhang, K. Bo, Q.J. Zhang and J. Wood, “Statistical space mapping approach for large-signal nonlinear device modeling,” 36th European Microwave Conference (Manchester, UK), September 2006.

Y. Cao, L. Zhang, J.J. Xu and Q.J. Zhang, “Efficient harmonic balance simulation of nonlinear microwave circuits with dynamic neural models,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (San Francisco, CA), June 2006.

Y. Wang, M. Yu, H. Kabir and Q.J. Zhang, “Effective design of cross-coupled filter using neural networks and coupling matrix,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (San Francisco, CA), June 2006.

Q.J. Zhang, “ANN based methods for microwave modeling and computer-aided design,” ACES 22th International Review of Progress in Computational Electromagnetics, (Miami, FL), March 2006.

L. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, “A hybrid microwave device modeling technique using combination of neural networks, empirical equations, and equivalent circuits,” ACES 22th International Review of Progress in Computational Electromagnetics, (Miami, FL), March 2006.

H. Sharma and Q.J. Zhang, “Transient electromagnetic modeling using recurrent neural networks,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (Long Beach, CA), June 2005.

J. Gao, L. Zhang, J.J. Xu, and Q.J. Zhang, “Nonlinear HEMT modeling using artificial neural network technique,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (Long Beach, CA), June 2005.

Q.J. Zhang, “Neuro-space mapping for nonlinear electronic device modeling,” Eighth SIAM Conference on Optimization (Stockholm, Sweden), May 2005.

L. Ton, H. Sharma, J.J. Xu and Q.J. Zhang, “Automated techniques for neural model development for RF/microwave CAD,” Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference, (New Delhi, India), Dec. 2004 (invited).

L. Ton, J.J. Xu, Q.J. Zhang and R. Sheffield, H. Kwong, and L. Marcanti, “Modeling of embedded passives in multiplayer printed circuits using neural networks,” 1st International Conference on Embedded Passives, (Munich, Germany) Nov. 2004.

J.J. Xu, M.C.E. Yagoub, R. Ding, and Q.J. Zhang, “Robust neural based microwave modeling and design using advanced model extrapolation,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (Fort-Worth, TX), pp. 1549-1552, June 2004.

Y. Cao, R. Ding, and Q.J. Zhang, “A new nonlinear transient modeling technique for high-speed integrated circuit applications based on state-space dynamic neural network,” IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest (Fort-Worth, TX), pp. 1553-1556, June 2004.

L. Ton, J.J. Xu, Q.J. Zhang and R. Sheffield, H. Kwong, and L. Marcanti, “Electromagnetic based modeling of embedded passives using neural networks,” 2nd International Conference on Embedded Passives, (San Jose, CA) June 2004.

Q.J. Zhang, “Neural network approaches to EM modeling and optimization,” PIERS Progress in Electromagnetic Research Symposium (Pisa, Italy) March 2004.

L. Ton and Q.J. Zhang, “Automatic neural network model generation for EM modeling of embedded passives in multi-layer printed circuits,” ACES 20th Annual Review of Progress in Computational Electromagnetics, (Syracuse, NY), April 2004.

X. Ding, L. Ton, M.C.E. Yagoub and Q.J. Zhang, “Time-domain neural network modeling approaches for embedded passives in multilayer printed circuits,” ACES 20th Annual Review of Progress in Computational Electromagnetics, (Syracuse, NY), April 2004.

X. Ding, M.C.E. Yagoub and Q.J. Zhang, “Application of neural networks for high-speed VLSI interconnects modeling and design,” ACES 20th Annual Review of Progress in Computational Electromagnetics, (Syracuse, NY), April 2004.

L. Ton, Y. Cao, J.J Xu and Q.J. Zhang, “Recent advances in neural based time domain EM modeling and simulation,” ANTEM International Conference on Antenna and EM (Ottawa, Canada) July 2004.

Y. Cao, J.J. Xu, R.T. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "An adjoint dynamic neural network technique for exact sensitivities in nonlinear transient modeling and high-speed interconnect design," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp., (Philadelphia, PA), pp. 165-168, June 2003.

L. Zhang, J.J. Xu, M. Yagoub, R.T. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "Neuro-space mapping technique for nonlinear device modeling and large signal simulation," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp., (Philadelphia, PA), pp. 173-176, June 2003.

J.J. Xu, M.C.E. Yagoub, R. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "Feedforward dynamic neural network technique for modeling and design of nonlinear telecommunication circuits and systems," IEEE International Joint Conf. Neural Networks, (Portland, Oregon), pp. 930-935, July 2003.

M. Deo, J.J. Xu and Q.J. Zhang, "A New Formulation of Dynamic Neural Network for Modeling of Nonlinear RF/Microwave Circuits," Proc. European Microwave Conf., (Munich, Germany), pp. 1019-1022, October 2003.

V.K. Devabhaktuni, M. Yagoub and Q.J. Zhang, "Advanced microwave modeling framework exploiting automatic model generation, knowledge neural networks and space mapping," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. Digest, (Seattle, WA), pp. 1097-1100, June 2002.

J.J. Xu, M. Yagoub, R. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "Neural based dynamic modelling of nonlinear microwave circuits," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. Digest, (Seattle, WA), pp. 1101-1104, June 2002.

Q.J. Zhang, M.C.E. Yagoub, X. Ding, D. Goulette, R. Sheffield, and H. Feyzbakhsh, "Fast and accurate modeling of embedded passives in multi-layer printed circuits using neural network approach", Elec. Comp. Tech. Conf., (San Diego, CA), pp. 700-703, May 2002.

X. Ding, J. Xu, M.C.E. Yagoub, and Q.J. Zhang, "A new modeling approach for embedded passives exploiting state space formulation," Proc. European Microwave Conf., (Milan, Italy), pp. 229-232, Sep. 2002.

L. Zhang, R.T. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "Generalized knowledge-based neural network for microwave modeling," Symp. on Antenna Technology and Applied Electromagnetics (ANTEM), (Montreal, Canada), pp. 558-561, August 2002.

V.K. Devabhaktuni, M. Yagoub and Q.J. Zhang, "A robust algorithm for automatic development of neural network models for microwave applications," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. Digest, (Phoenix, AZ), pp. 2087-2090, May 2001.

J.J. Xu, M. Yagoub, R. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "Exact adjoint sensitivity analysis for neural based microwave modeling and design," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. Digest, (Phoenix, AZ), pp. 1015-1018, May 2001.

J.W. Bandler, M.A. Ismail, J.E. Rayas-Sanchez, and Q.J. Zhang, "Neural inverse space mapping EM-optimization," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. Digest, (Phoenix, AZ), pp. 1007-1010, May 2001.

B. Chattaraj, M. Yagoub, X. Ding and Q.J. Zhang, "EM based optimization of microwave circuits by neural models and their application to power distribution and decoupling optimization," Proceedings 31st European Microwave Conf. (London, UK), vol. 2, pp. 125-128, September 2001.

Y.H. Fang, M. Yagoub, F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "A new macromodeling approach for nonlinear microwave circuits based on recurrent neural networks," IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. (Boston, MA), pp. 883-886, June 2000.

M.H. Bakr, J.W. Bandler, M.A. Ismail, J.E. Rayas-Sánchez, Q.J. Zhang "Neural space mapping EM optimization of microwave structures " IEEE MTT International Microwave Symp. (Boston, MA), pp. 879-882, June 2000.

V.K. Devabhaktuni and Q.J. Zhang, "Neural network training-driven adaptive sampling algorithm for microwave modeling, 30th European Microwave Conference. (Paris, France), October 2000.

V. Devabhaktuni, C. Xi, F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "Robust training of microwave neural models," IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Anaheim, CA), June pp. 145-148, 1999.

Q.J. Zhang, F. Wang and V. Devabhaktuni, "Neural network structures for RF and microwave applications," IEEE AP-S Antennas and Propagations International Symp., (Orlando, FL), pp. 2576-2579, July 1999.

J.W. Bandler, M.A. Ismail, J.E. Rayas-Sanchez and Q.J. Zhang, "Neuromodeling of microwave circuits exploiting space mapping technology," IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symp., (Anaheim, CA). June 1999.

J.W. Bandler, M.A. Ismail, J.E. Rayas-Sanchez and Q.J.Zhang, "New directions for model development for RF/microwave components Utilizing artificial neural networks and space mapping," IEEE AP-S Antenna and Propagations International Symp., (Orlando, FL), pp. 2572-2575, July 1999 (invited).

J.W. Bandler and Q.J. Zhang, "Next generation optimization methodologies for wireless and microwave circuit design," (plenary session invited paper), IEEE MTT-S Int. Topical Symp. on Technologies for Wireless Applications Dig. (Vancouver, BC), pp. 5-8, Feb. 1999.

V. Devabhaktuni, C. Xi and Q.J. Zhang, "A neural network approach to the modelling of heterojunction bipolar transisters from S-parameter data," 28th European Microwave Conference, (Amsterdam, The Netherlands), pp. 306-311, October 1998.

F. Wang, V. Devabhaktuni and Q.J. Zhang, "A hierarchical neural network approach to the development of library of neural models for microwave design," IEEE International Microwave Symp., (Baltimore, MD), pp. 1767-1770, June 1998.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "Incorporating combined functional/structural knowledge in library of neural models," IEEE Int. Conf. Neural Networks, (Anchorage, Alaska), pp. 363-366, May 1998.

Q.J. Zhang, F. Wang, M.S. Nakhla, J.W. Bandler and R.M. Biernacki, "Signal integrity optimization of high-speed VLSI packages and interconnects," IEEE Electronic Components and Technology Conf., (Seattle, Washington), pp. 1073-1076, May 1998.

J. Aweya, Q.J Zhang and D. Montuno, "A neural network based congestion control scheme based on fuzzy parameter adaptation for computer networks," IEEE International Conference on Fuzzy Systems (Anchorage, Alaska) May 1998.

J. Aweya, Q.J. Zhang and D. Montuno, "A direct adaptive neural controller for flow control in computer networks," IEEE International Conference on Neural Networks (Anchorage, Alaska), pp. 140-145, May 1998.

J.Aweya, Q.J. Zhang and D. Montuno, "Modelling and control of dynamic queues in computer networks using neural networks," IASTED International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Control (Halifax, Canada), pp. 144-151, June 1998.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "Knowledge based neural models for microwave design," IEEE International Microwave Symposium, (Denver, Colorado), pp. 627-630, June 1997.

Q.J. Zhang, G. Wilson, R. Venkatachalam, A. Sarangan, J. Williamson, and F. Wang, "Ultra fast neural models for analysis of electro/optical interconnects," IEEE Electronic Components and Technology Conference, (San Jose, California), pp. 1134-1137, May 1997.

D. Montuno, Q.J. Zhang, B. Stacey, W. Chen, V. Chaudhary, D. Poirier and R. Montor, "Towards PCB physical design automation: architectural analysis and synthesis," IEEE Electronic Components and Technology Conference, (San Jose, California), pp. 991-995, May 1997.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "Incorporating functional knowledge into neural networks," IEEE International Conference on Neural Networks, (Houston, Texas), pp. 266-269, June 1997.

A. Veluswami, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Modeling the frequency-dependent parameters of high-speed interconnects: a neural network approach," IEEE Multichip Module Conference, (Santa Cruz, CA), Feb. 1997.

L.H. Zhang and Q.J. Zhang, "Optimal pin assignment for ground noise minimization in IC packages and connectors," IEEE Electronic Components and Technology Conf. (Orlando, FL), pp. 761-764, May 1996.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "An adaptive and fully sparse training approach for multilayer perceptrons," IEEE Int. Conf. Neural Networks, (Washington, DC), pp. 102-107, June 1996.

V. Phanilatha, M.S. Nakhla, Q.J. Zhang and D.G. Liu, "Finite element transient thermal analysis of electronic boards and packages using moment matching techniques," ITHERM, (Orlando, FL), pp. 391-395, May 1996.

G.W. Zheng, Q.J. Zhang, M.S. Nakhla and R. Achar, "An efficient approach for moment matching simulation of linear subnetworks with measured or tabulated data," IEEE Int. Conf. Computer-Aided Design, (San Jose, CA), November, 1996.

Q.J. Zhang, F.Wang and M.S. Nakhla, "Optimization of high-speed VLSI interconnects: a review," Symp. on Antenna Technol. and Appl. Electromagnetics - ANTEM'96 (Montreal, Canada), pp. 265-268, August 1996.

G.W. Zheng, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "CFH simulation for high-speed VLSI interconnects with 3D full wave model," Symp. on Antenna Technol. and Appl. Electromagnetics - ANTEM'96, (Montreal, Canada), pp. 277-280, August 1996.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "A sparse matrix approach to neural network training," IEEE Int. Conf. Neural Networks, (Perth, Australia), pp. 2743-2747, November 1995.

H. Zaabab, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Application of neural networks in circuit analysis," IEEE Int. Conf. Neural Networks, (Perth, Australia), pp. 423- 426, November 1995.

R. Achar, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Moment matching techniques for transient analysis of high-speed VLSI interconnects with full wave model," IEEE Int. Conf. Computer-Aided Design, (San Jose, CA), November 1995.

M. Li, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Solution of EM fields by asymptotic waveform techniques," URSI International Symp. Signals, Systems and Electronics, (San Francisco, CA), pp. 393-396, October 1995.

A. Veluswami, H. Zaabab, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "The application of neural networks to high-speed VLSI interconnect simulation," Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, (Montreal, Canada), pp. 381-384, September 1995.

R. Achar, R. Khazaka, R. Griffith, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Simulation of delay and crosstalk in high-speed VLSI interconnects," Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, (Montreal, Canada), pp. 385-388, September 1995.

F. Wang and Q.J. Zhang, "An improved K-means clustering algorithm and application to combined multi-codebook/MLP neural network speech recognition," Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, (Montreal, Canada), pp. 999-1002, September 1995.

M.A. Kolbehdari, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Solution of EM problems using the finite element and complex frequency hopping techniques," European Microwave Conf. (Bologna, Italy), pp. 1079-1081, September 1995.

R. Achar, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Addressing high-frequency effects in VLSI interconnects with full-wave model and CFH," European Microwave Conf., (Bologna, Italy), pp. 820-823, September 1995.

Q.J. Zhang, F. Wang and M.S. Nakhla, "An high-order temporal neural network for word recognition," IEEE International Conf. Acoustics, Speech and Signal Processing, (Detroit, MI), pp. 3343-3346, May 1995.

A. Veluswami, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "A neural network model for propagation delays in systems with high-speed VLSI interconnect networks," IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, (Santa, Clara, CA), pp. 387-390, May 1995.

V. Phanilatha, D.G. Liu, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Nonlinear transient thermal analysis using circuit simulation techniques," 45th IEEE Electronics Components and Technology Conference (Las Vegas, NV), pp. 879-883, May 1995.

D.G. Liu, V. Phanilatha, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Asymptotic thermal analysis of electronic packages and printed circuit boards," IEEE Semi-Therm Symposium (San Jose, CA), pp. 131-135, February 1995.

K. Mihan, B. Stacey, M.N. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Concurrent thermal and electrical optimization of high-speed packages and systems," INTERpack: ASME International Intersociety Electronic Packaging Conference, (Lahaina, Hawaii), pp. 221-227, March 1995.

R. Khazaka, E. Chiprout, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Analysis of high-speed interconnects with frequency dependant parameters," 11th International Zurich Symp. on Electromagnetic Compatibility, (Zurich, Switzerland), pp. 203-208, March 1995.

Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Simulation and optimization of VLSI interconnects in printed circuit boards," International Conference on Package and PCB Technology (Beijing, China), September 1994.

Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Signal integrity analysis and optimization of VLSI interconnects using neural network models," Proc. IEEE International Symp. Circuits and Systems, (London, England), pp. 459-462, June 1994.

H. Zaabab, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Analysis and optimization of microwave circuits and devices using neural network models," IEEE International Microwave Symp. Digest (San Diego, CA), pp. 393-396, May 1994.

L. Li, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "A moment method for statistical analysis of high-speed VLSI interconnects," IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, (San Diego, CA), pp. 305-308, May, 1994.

R. Sanaie, E. Chiprout, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Integrating subnetworks characterized by measured data into moment-matching simulations," Proc. IEEE Multichip Module Conf., (Santa Cruz, CA), pp. 114-119, March 1994.

R. Sanaie, E. Chiprout, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Fast method for frequency and time domain simulation of high-speed VLSI interconnects," IEEE International Microwave Symp. Digest (San Diego, CA), pp. 1417-1420, May 1994.

N. Liu, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Time-domain sensitivity of high-speed VLSI interconnects," Proc. 3rd International Conference on VLSI and CAD (Teajon, Korea), pp. 68-71, November 1993.

M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Transient analysis of nonlinear circuits with frequency dependant parameters," International Symp. Nonlinear Theory and Its Applications (Sheraton Waikiki, Hawaii), December 1993.

R.L. Liu, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Successive asymptotic waveform evaluation of lossy distributed networks with nonlinear terminations," 23rd European Microwave Conference (Madrid, Spain), September 1993.

S. Manney, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Transient analysis of nonuniform transmission lines using asymptotic waveform evaluation," 23rd European Microwave Conference (Madrid, Spain), September 1993.

J.M. Williamson, K.S. Kalaichelvan, M.S. Nakhla, Q.J. Zhang and P. van der Puije, "Ground noise estimation and minimization in IC packages," IEEE International Symp. Electromagnetic Compatibility (Dallas, TX), pp. 425-428, August, 1993.

Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Yield analysis and optimization of VLSI interconnects in multichip modules," Proc. IEEE Multichip Module Conference (Santa Cruz, CA), pp. 160-163, March 1993.

R.J. Griffith, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Parallel time domain analysis and optimization of distributed VLSI interconnects," Proc. IEEE International Symp. Circuits and Systems (Chicago, IL), pp. 1543-1546, May 1993.

Y.J. Wei, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Multilevel optimization of high-speed VLSI interconnects using decomposition," IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, (San Diego, CA), pp. 29.5.1-29.5.4, May 1993.

R.J. Griffith, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Parallel time domain analysis and optimization of high-speed VLSI interconnects," Proc. SIAM Conf. on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing (Norfolk, Virginia), pp. 225-227, March 1993.

S.L. Manney, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Time-domain analysis of nonuniform frequency dependent high-speed interconnects", IEEE International Conf. Computer-Aided Design (Santa Clara, CA), pp. 449-453, November 1992.

S. Lum, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Sensitivity analysis of lossy coupled transmission lines with nonlinear terminations," Proc. European Microwave Conference (Espoo, Finland), pp. 813-818, 1992.

Q.J. Zhang, S. Lum and M.S. Nakhla, "Minimization of delay and crosstalk in high-speed VLSI interconnects," Proc. IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (Boston, MA), pp. 15.5.1-15.5.4, 1992.

M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "Simulation and optimization of interconnection delay and crosstalk in multichip modules," Proc. IEEE Multi-Chip Module Conference (Santa Cruz, CA), pp. 56-59, 1992.

L.C. Lu, M.S. Nakhla and Q.J. Zhang, "A stepping algorithm for transient analysis of distributed networks," Proc. IEEE International Symp. on Circuits and Systems (San Diego, CA), pp. 1957-1960, 1992.

R.L. Liu, Q.J. Zhang and M.S. Nakhla, "Exact group delay sensitivities for minimization of delay and distortion in high-speed VLSI interconnects," IEEE International Microwave Symp. Digest (Albuquerque, NM), pp. 833-836, 1992.

J.W. Bandler, Q. Cai, R.M. Biernacki, S.H. Chen and Q.J. Zhang, "Physics- based design and yield optimization of MMICs", Proc. European Microwave Conference (Stuttgard, Germany), pp. 1515-1520, 1991.

J.W. Bandler, R.M. Biernacki, S.H. Chen, J. Song, S. Ye and Q.J. Zhang, "Gradient quadratic approximation scheme for yield-driven design", IEEE International Microwave Symp. Digest (Boston, Mass), pp. 1197-1200, 1991.

J.W. Bandler, R.M. Biernacki, S.H. Chen, J. Song, S. Ye and Q.J. Zhang, "Statistical modeling of GaAs MESFETs", IEEE International Microwave Symp. Digest (Boston, MA), pp. 87-90, 1991.

J.W. Bandler, R.M. Biernacki, S.H. Chen, J. Song, S. Ye and Q.J. Zhang, "Analytically unified DC/small-signal/large-signal circuit design", 1990 Asia- Pacific Microwave Conference (Tokyo, Japan), pp. 453-456, 1990.

J.W. Bandler, Q.J. Zhang and Q. Cai, "Nonlinear circuit optimization with dynamically integrated physical device models", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (Dallas, TX), pp. 303-306, 1990.

J.W. Bandler, R.M. Biernacki, S.H. Chen, J. Loman, M. Renault and Q.J. Zhang, "Combined discrete/normal statistical modelling of microwave devices", Proc. European Microwave Conf. (Wembley, England), pp. 205-210, 1989.

J.W. Bandler, Q.J. Zhang and R.M. Biernacki, "Practical, high speed gradient computation for harmonic balance simulators", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (Long Beach, CA), pp. 363-366, 1989.

J.W. Bandler, Q.J. Zhang, S. Ye and S.H. Chen, "Efficient large-signal FET parameter extraction using harmonics", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (Long Beach, CA), pp. 577-580, 1989.

J.W. Bandler, Q.J. Zhang, J. Song and R.M. Biernacki, "Yield optimization of nonlinear circuits with statistically characterized devices", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (Long Beach, CA), pp. 649-652, 1989.

J.W. Bandler, R. Biernacki, S.H. Chen, M. Renault, J. Song and Q.J. Zhang, "Yield optimization of large scale microwave circuits", Proc. European Microwave Conf. (Stockholm, Sweden), pp. 255-260, 1988.

J.W. Bandler, Q.J. Zhang and R. Biernacki, "A unified framework for harmonic balance simulation and sensitivity analysis", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (New York, NY), pp. 1041-1044, 1988.

J.W. Bandler, S.H. Chen, S. Ye and Q.J. Zhang, "Robust model parameter extraction using large scale optimization concepts", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (New York, NY), pp. 319-322, 1988.

J.W. Bandler and Q.J. Zhang, "An automatic decomposition technique for device modelling and large circuit design", IEEE Int. Microwave Symp. Digest (Las Vegas, NV), pp. 709-712, 1987.

J.W. Bandler, S.H. Chen, S. Daijavad, W. Kellermann, M. Renault and Q.J. Zhang, "Large scale minimax optimization of microwave multiplexers", Proc. European Microwave Conf. (Dublin, Ireland), pp. 435-440, 1986.

J.W. Bandler, S. Daijavad and Q.J. Zhang, "Computer aided design of branched cascaded networks", Proc. IEEE Int. Symp. Circuits and Systems (Kyoto, Japan), pp. 1579-1582, 1985.