Session Chair/Moderator: Yuanqing Cheng
Abstract: With the continuous shrinking of chip feature size, the continuation of Moore's Law becomes an increasingly challenging task. The emerging of AI and cloud computing aggravates the problem further. 2.5D Chiplet and 3D stacking for heterogeneous integration becomes one of promising technologies to build “Big Chips”, which can provide ultra-high bandwidth and computing efficiency within acceptable budget. This panel invites some experts working in this field to introduce their pioneering work in 2.5D/3D integration and share their viewpoints of the prospects of 2.5D/3D integration.
Session Chair/Moderator: Ying Wang
Abstract: Recently, the rapid progress of large language models(LLM) has brought new opportunities and possibilities to automatic hardware design fields. This panel aims to bring together the pioneers who have either research experience or practiced this new design paradigm in their works, and share their valuable views and first-hand conclusions about the exploration of LLMs in the area of EDA and architecture design. The topic to be covered includes how to utilize the interactive LLMs to accelerate chip design (Both logic level and physical level), synthesis and verification processes, and how to finally achieve zero-code EDA innovation by means of AI agents. We will bring together researchers, industry experts to exchange ideas, share experiences, and discuss the latest advancements in LLM for EDA methodologies, algorithms, and tools.
Session Chair/Moderator: Keren Zhu
Abstract: In recent years, the field of analog integrated circuit (IC) design has been transformed by significant advances in design automation. Initiatives like DARPA's "no-human-in-the-loop" programs and subsequent research projects have pushed the boundaries of fully-automated Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software, aiming to revolutionize the industry's traditional workflows. However, alongside these advancements, there's a growing body of research advocating for the retention of human involvement, particularly through approaches like interactive analog layout design. This panel seeks to explore the evolving role of humans in analog CAD, debating the merits and demerits of full automation versus human-in-the-loop approaches. It will convene experts from academia, engineering, and business to provide a comprehensive perspective on this critical junction in CAD technology's future. The discussion aims to unravel whether the pursuit of complete automation is the ideal path or if the nuanced judgment of human engineers still holds indispensable value in the analog design process.
Session Chair/Moderator: Tao Cui
Abstract: It turns out that the EDA industry is already full of math and advanced numerical computation.In this panel session, a few topics on the interdisciplinary research on mathematics and EDA will be discussed and debated by the panelists.
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