Dr. Edwin Hang Tong Teo is a distinguished Materials Scientist whose pioneering work in semiconductor physics has established him as a leading authority in advanced materials engineering at Nanyang Technological University. He currently serves as Associate Professor in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering where he leads a research program focused on the development and characterization of next-generation semiconductor materials. Dr. Teo completed his academic foundation at NTU earning both his Bachelor of Engineering degree in 2004 and his Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in 2009. His research journey began internationally with a position at Technion Israel Institute of Technology in 2008 before returning to Singapore as the inaugural recipient of the prestigious Nanyang-DSO Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Professor Teo's research has yielded numerous high-impact publications in premier scientific journals including Sensors and Actuators B Materials Today Bio and Applied Surface Science with recent work featuring in 2025 issues. His investigations into semiconductor interfaces and nanoscale material properties have provided critical insights that advance both fundamental understanding and practical applications in electronic device engineering. The translational nature of his work bridges academic research with industrial applications particularly in sensor development and surface engineering for semiconductor manufacturing. His findings have influenced approaches to material deposition techniques and optimized performance characteristics of next-generation electronic components. This body of work has established Dr. Teo as a respected authority whose contributions are shaping the future of semiconductor technologies.
Beyond laboratory research Dr. Teo plays an active role in advancing semiconductor education and industry engagement most recently participating as a featured speaker at the EuroCham event Semiconductor At the Heart of Industries and Services Worldwide. His expertise is increasingly sought after as Singapore positions itself as a key player in the global semiconductor ecosystem with Dr. Teo providing critical insights on research directions and talent development. He is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of semiconductor engineers and materials scientists nurturing talent that will drive Singapore's technological future. Professor Teo's current research focuses on developing novel semiconductor materials with potential applications in quantum computing and advanced sensing technologies. As the semiconductor industry continues its global expansion his work remains pivotal in creating innovative materials solutions that address both current technological challenges and emerging industry needs.
