Prof Dr. Adrian Cheok | Quantum Physics | Best Researcher Award
Prof Dr. Adrian Cheok, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Australia
Adrian David Cheok AM is a distinguished researcher and academic specializing in mixed reality and human-computer interaction. With a robust background in engineering and extensive experience across international institutions, Cheok leads pioneering work in wearable computing and mixed reality. He has received numerous accolades, including Australia’s highest honor, the Order of Australia, for his significant contributions to global research and education. His innovative work, recognized globally, continues to impact and advance the fields of technology and interactive media.
Educational Details
Adrian David Cheok AM, born and raised in Adelaide, Australia, has a distinguished educational background. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) with First Class Honours from the University of Adelaide in 1993. He continued his studies at the same institution, obtaining a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in 1998. In addition to his engineering qualifications, Cheok pursued a Graduate Diploma in Global Leadership and Public Policy for the 21st Century from Harvard University in 2010. This diverse academic foundation underpins his extensive career in research and leadership in technology and innovation.
Professional Experience:
Previously, Cheok was Professor of Pervasive Computing at the University of London, Full Professor and Executive Dean at Keio University’s Graduate School of Media Design, and Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore. He has also worked at Mitsubishi Electric Research Labs in Japan focusing on real-time systems, soft computing, and embedded computing.
Cheok’s research encompasses mixed reality, human-computer interfaces, wearable computers, and ubiquitous computing. His work also spans fuzzy systems, embedded systems, and power electronics. He has successfully secured approximately $130 million in funding for projects from notable organizations such as the Daiwa Foundation, Khazanah National, and various government and private entities. His innovative research has been featured in high-profile media outlets, international exhibitions, and has garnered numerous awards and recognitions, including the Order of Australia in 2019 for his contributions to international education and research.
Research Goals
Adrian David Cheok AM reflects on the transformative impact of interactive media, emphasizing its role in revolutionizing communication and human-computer interaction. He draws inspiration from pioneers like Douglas Engelbart and Alan Kay, advocating for a multidisciplinary approach to research that blends imaginative envisioning, future-casting, and creative engineering. Cheok’s passion lies in pushing the boundaries of interactive media to create innovative technologies that enhance communication, learning, and entertainment. His goal is to drive impactful, cutting-edge research that benefits society and inspires future generations of researchers.
On the Same Origin of Quantum Physics and General Relativity from Riemannian Geometry and Planck Scale Formalism
Journal: Astroparticle Physics
Year: 2025
DOI: 10.1016/j.astropartphys.2024.103036
Optimal Design and Control of a Decoupled Multifrequency Multiphase Wireless Switched Reluctance Motor Drive System
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1109/TPEL.2024.3399737
Magnetic Coupled Wireless Motor Driving Systems–An Overview
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1109/TPEL.2024.3372312
The Convergence of Traditionalism and Populism in American Politics
Book: IGI Global
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9290-1
Unraveling Populism: Senator Fraser Anning and the Australian Political Landscape
Preprint
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.32388/L3ED9I
A Soft Decoding Strategy For The Resolver in Motor Drive System
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification
Year: 2024
Flux-Linkage Loop-Based Model Predictive Torque Control for Switched Reluctance Motor
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics
Year: 2024
Model Predictive Control Strategies in Switched Reluctance Motor Drives – An Overview
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1109/TPEL.2024.3454819
Overview of the Direct Torque Control Strategy in Switched Reluctance Motor Drives
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification
Year: 2024
From Turing to Transformers: A Comprehensive Review and Tutorial on the Evolution and Applications of Generative Transformer Models
Journal: Sci
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.3390/sci5040046