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Scott Hanson
Founder and CTO of Ambiq
Scott Hanson is the Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Ambiq, a semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low power electronics. He established Ambiq in 2010, building upon technology developed during his PhD studies at the University of Michigan, where he focused on sub-threshold power optimized technology (SPOT). This innovative technology enables the creation of energy-efficient chips that are used in a wide range of devices, including wearables, smart home products, and industrial sensors.134
Education and Early Career
Hanson earned his Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan between 2001 and 2009. His doctoral research laid the groundwork for the technology that would later become the foundation of Ambiq's products.13
Achievements at Ambiq
Under Hanson's leadership, Ambiq has achieved significant milestones, including shipping over 100 million chips globally. The company's flagship product, the Apollo processor, has set records for low power consumption while maintaining high performance. Ambiq has been recognized as a leader in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector, receiving multiple awards for its innovative technology, including the IoT Semiconductor Company of the Year.235
Hanson's contributions to the field of low-power electronics have been widely published, and he holds more than 20 patents related to this technology. He has also received several accolades, such as the 2020 ECE Alumni Rising Star Award from the University of Michigan and recognition as a finalist for Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2020.234
Vision for the Future
Hanson is committed to advancing the capabilities of ultra-low power technology, envisioning a future where intelligent devices can be embedded in everyday objects, significantly enhancing their functionality while minimizing energy consumption. His work continues to focus on pushing the boundaries of what is possible in low-power circuit design and IoT applications.46
