About Me
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Approach to Innovation
Driven by Curiosity. Grounded in Science. Focused on Impact.
Barmak’s work centers on transforming how light becomes information. From CMOS image sensors to single-photon detection, his approach blends scientific rigor with real-world application—bridging the gap between research and technology that moves industries forward.
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Discovery & Research
Every project begins with understanding light—its behavior, its limits, and how to capture its most subtle signals.
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Design & Innovation
Integrating deep semiconductor knowledge with cross-disciplinary collaboration to engineer breakthrough imaging systems.
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Validation & Impact
Translating laboratory concepts into scalable, reliable technologies that redefine what’s possible in imaging and sensing.
Philosopy
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I believe technology should expand perception — revealing what’s hidden, faint, or fast.
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Every photon counts. Every idea can illuminate something new.
Job Experience
SWIRLabs
Co-Founder & CEO
Jan 2023 – Present
NuFund Venture Group
Member/Investor
Jan 2021 – Present
Forza Silicon/Ametek · Part-time
President Emeritus Forza Silicon
Jun 2020 – Jan 2021
Forza Silicon Corp.
President/Founder
Sep 2001 - Jun 2020
OMM
Director of Hardware Engineering
Apr 1999 – Aug 2021
Photobit Corporation
Senior Scientist / Director of Technical Marketing
Sep 1995 – Mar 1999
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Member of Technical Staff
1994 – 1995
Professional Highlights
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Active Pixel Sensor Team - NASA Group Achievement Award
Award
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23 U.S. Patents in CMOS and Mixed-Signal Design
PATENTS
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20+ Refereed Publications in Imaging & Circuit Design
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