AI Chip Center for Emerging Smart Systems (ACCESS) participated in the Hong Kong International Innovation and Technology Exhibition (InnoEX) for the third consecutive year. This year's event was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from 13 to 16 Apr 2025. Co-organized by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, themed "Innovate‧Automate‧Elevate," brought together global tech leaders and research institutions to showcase the latest advancements in innovation and technology.
Being one of the InnoHK Centers, ACCESS presented several groundbreaking research achievements that demonstrated its leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) and integrated circuit (IC) design. Highlighted innovations are:
1. AC-Copilot: Deep Learning Accelerator Co-design Toolchain: This innovative application-algorithm-hardware co-design toolchain enables engineers to automatically optimize accelerator architectures in the early development phase while rapidly generating customized compilers and software systems. The solution significantly enhances development efficiency and shortens time-to-market.
2. Digital Compute-In-Memory (DCIM) Enabled Portable Genome Analysis Prototype: Leveraging advanced Digital Computing-in-Memory (DCIM) technology, ACCESS has developed a breakthrough portable genome analysis prototype. This high-performance, low-power device is particularly suited for remote or resource-limited environments, opening new possibilities for biomedical research and clinical diagnostics.
3. Ultra-high Energy Efficiency AI Accelerator for Portable Healthcare Devices: Designed for patients with diabetes and hypertension, this portable screening device integrates an ultra-energy-efficient AI accelerator. It performs real-time detection and analysis without requiring internet connectivity, ensuring patient privacy while providing accessible healthcare solutions for underserved regions.
The innovative technologies showcased by ACCESS demonstrated the center's research capabilities in artificial intelligence and integrated circuit design. We will continue our dedication to cutting-edge technology research, contributing to the evolution of Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology hub.
