Munehiro Tada

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Munehiro Tada is a leading researcher in the field of nonvolatile programmable logic and advanced interconnect technologies, with a particular focus on resistive-switch devices for extreme environments. His major contributions center on the development of NanoBridge-based field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and robust Cu atom switches. Tada’s pioneering work on NanoBridge—a resistive-change switch integrated in the back end of line (BEOL)—demonstrated a high on/off conductance ratio, weak temperature dependence, and nonvolatility, making it ideal for high-temperature applications. His most cited paper, “NanoBridge-Based FPGA in High-Temperature Environments” (2017, 9 citations), showcases the potential of this technology for reliable operation under thermal stress. Additionally, Tada’s research on a robust Cu atom switch with an over-400°C thermally tolerant polymer-solid electrolyte (TT-PSE) (2016, 6 citations) achieved a fully 400°C-processed, standard Cu-BEOL-compatible device, significantly enhancing thermal stability by selectively eliminating weak hydrocarbon bindings. These innovations have positioned Tada as a key figure in advancing nonvolatile programmable logic for harsh conditions, with his work cited for its practical implications in aerospace, automotive, and industrial electronics.

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   NanoBridge-Based FPGA in High-Temperature Environments

   9 citations · 2017
2. 2
   Robust Cu atom switch with over-400°C thermally tolerant polymer-solid electrolyte (TT-PSE) for nonvolatile programmable logic

   6 citations · 2016

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