Material Analysis

Frank Altmann [Fraunhofer IMWS]

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Biography: 

Dr. Frank Altmann currently serves as the Acting Head of the Business Unit "Materials and Components of Electronics" at the Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems (IMWS). His research focuses on physical failure analysis of semiconductor devices, advanced defect localization techniques, and reliability assessment of III/V semiconductor components such as GaN HEMTs and LEDs.

With a career spanning over two decades at Fraunhofer IMWS, Dr. Altmann has held several leadership roles, including Deputy Head of the same business unit and Group Manager for Semiconductor Technology Diagnostics. He is also a lecturer at the Merseburg University of Applied Sciences, contributing to the education of future engineers in mechatronics and industrial engineering. A recognized authority in his field, Dr. Altmann has received multiple awards for his contributions to semiconductor failure analysis and electronics reliability.