Budiman Salam has a PhD in Electronic Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Greenwich and a MSc with Distinction in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Salford.

Before his current position, Budiman worked as a Lead Research Engineer at A*STAR – SIMTech, where he gained extensive experience in printed electronic manufacturing. He has developed innovative methods for flexible and stretchable electronics, designed sensors for smart homes, and conducted analytical investigations into roll-to-roll printing technologies. His work has led to the creation of numerous patents, successful grant applications, and high-impact publications.