Professor Mitch Chou joined the Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing at National Cheng Kung University in August 2024, following 20 years as Chair Professor at National Sun Yat-sen University. His research covers lasers, compound semiconductors, superconductors, topological insulators, and scintillators. He has held visiting scientist positions at top institutions in Germany, such as the Max Planck Institute and the Institute of Crystal Growth in Berlin. Additionally, Prof. Chou established two international research centers to advance semiconductor and materials science in Latvia and Lithuania. Known for his visionary leadership, he drives innovation, builds high-performance teams, and aligns strategic goals for sustainable growth. 

The Taiwan Consortium of Emergent Crystalline Materials (TCECM) was established in May 2012 with support from National Science and Technology Council (NSTC). As part of the consortium, Dr. Mitch Chou’s laboratory has become the key role of the TCECM, with the goal to develop novel crystalline materials and growth technologies. In addition, the TCECM is devoted to cultivate talents with core knowledge and skills for the fields of crystal growth science and technology.

With the support of the new funding from the Ministry of Education (MOE), TCECM is officially re-named as the “Center of Crystal Research” in February 2018.