Silvaco CEO Dr. Walden “Wally” Rhines Inducted into the National Academy of Engineering
Key Highlights
- ➤Wally Rhines inducted into National Academy of Engineering Class of 2026
- ➤Rhines recognized for co-invention of blue-light-emitting diode
- ➤Rhines recognized for leadership in semiconductor industry
- ➤NAE induction scheduled for October 4 in Washington, D.C.
Expert Statements
Walden C. "Wally" Rhines, Chief Executive Officer of Silvaco Group, Inc. (SVCO)
“Being elected to the National Academy of Engineering is among the greatest honors an engineer can receive”
Walden C. "Wally" Rhines, Chief Executive Officer of Silvaco Group, Inc. (SVCO)
“I am deeply grateful for this recognition and humbled to join an extraordinary community of innovators whose contributions have transformed industries and improved lives around the world. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work alongside outstanding colleagues, researchers, customers, and industry leaders whose collaboration made these achievements possible.”
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Silvaco Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SVCO) ("Silvaco"), a provider of AI-enabled TCAD and EDA solutions and semiconductor IP, today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Walden C. "Wally" Rhines, has been inducted into the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) as a member of the Class of 2026. Election to the NAE is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer and recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to engineering research, practice, education, and technological innovation.
Members of the National Academy of Engineering are elected by their peers from among the world’s most accomplished engineers in industry, academia, and government. Founded in 1964, the NAE provides independent leadership and advice on engineering and technology issues critical to society, innovation, and economic progress.
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