CMOS Voltage References: An Analytical and Practical Perspective

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We are in debt to many people, too numerous to mention. To all the scholars who have influenced us, both in person or through their works, we acknowledge our indebtedness and express our great appreciation. Perhaps the most noteworthy was Prof. Hei Wong of the City University of Hong Kong whose knowledge, enthusiasm in advanced microelectronics research and development, and generous support in the course of the development of this book has surely inspired and greatly assisted us. We are proud to say that Prof. Wong is one of our greatest role models.

Dr. Kok would like to take this chance to claim victory in the competition with his wife Dr. Annie Ko on who will be the first to complete his/her second textbook. It was this competition that provided Dr. Kok with the extra boost to get this book finished with his best effort. Dr. Kok is also very happy to collaborate with Dr. Tam on this book project, who has always been his best collaborator in both the academic and business spheres. Dr. Tam is truly indebted and grateful to her parents, Simon Tam and Gloria Lee, for their love, encouragement, and their constant support in all her pursuits, including her PhD study and the completion of this book. Dr. Tam would also like to thank her beloved family, especially her sister and grandmother, who are always willing to share her stress and happiness. Finally, Dr. Tam would like to express her sincere gratitude to Dr. Kok, who introduced her into the world of IC design. ...