Dr Bernard Lim of IEEE (M), IEEE SYSC (M)

Engaging with IEEE has been a transformative experience, providing access to a wealth of intellectual resources that have enhanced my knowledge and professional growth. Through IEEE’s research publications, conferences, and collaborative networks, I have gained valuable insights into cutting-edge technological advancements that address real-world challenges. The opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals and innovators worldwide has fostered creativity, enabling me to contribute meaningfully to projects that improve lives.  IEEE’s resources have not only deepened my technical expertise but have also inspired a mindset of continuous learning and innovation, reinforcing the impact of inventive minds in shaping the future.

Biography:

Ir. Dr. Bernard is the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Appscard Group AS and Appscard Global Research & Innovation Center, a technology startup in Penang, Malaysia, specializing in biometric smartcards. He graduated with a B. EE from Nottingham Trent University, MBA from University of Portsmouth and DBA from Wawasan Open University. 

A Professional Engineer, he is also an Honorary Member of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organization (AFEO), a fellow of the Institution of Engineers in Malaysia (FIEM), Fellow of the ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology.  Vice President of the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, a permanent member for the technical committee on Innovation Management System (NSC 25/TC11) and has worked on various IEEE Standards like IEEE1588 and many other standards.

Currently he is the Chair, IEEE Malaysia Section (2025-2026), the Member of the IEEE Ad hoc Committee on Global Semiconductor and IEEE Electron Device Society Communication Chair.  He was also elected as the IEEE Electron Devices Society, Board of Governors, for the term 2025-2027.  He is the Chair, IEEE R10 Industry Relations Committee.