James Pallister from the won the award following his work on energy-efficient computing. James’ groundbreaking research has found a way to reduce the power consumed by computers by as much as 65 per cent, while improving their performance at the same time and without having to physically modify them.
James combines his studies with working as a Compiler Engineer at . He is taking full advantage of this association, performing high impact engineering at the leading edge of research, which has benefitted both organisations. James’ high-profile work has helped Embecosm to become the market leader in compiler technology for low energy and his research is already being commercialised by the company.
, Reader in Design Automation and Verification in the Department of Computer Science, said: “I am delighted James has won the NMI Young Engineer of the Year Award. James performs world-class research and his work has gained international recognition. He has repeatedly demonstrated the remarkable ability to quickly grasp complex concepts, to conduct thorough investigations and to turn the understanding he has gained into innovative solutions.”
Dr Jeremy Bennett, Chief Executive Officer at Embecosm, commented: “We are delighted at James’ success in winning such a prestigious national award. At a young age he is already one of the world’s leading experts in the field of energy efficient computing, and the practical application of his research has been central to Embecosm’s commercial success.”
James was presented with his award at a ceremony in London last week by Monika Biddulph, General Manager at sponsor, , the British company whose chip design powers virtually all the world’s smartphones.