Akram Hourani

Professor Akram Hourani is a Discipline Leader and Professor in the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering at RMIT University's School of Engineering. He holds roles as Program Manager for the Master of Engineering (Telecom & Network Eng.) and Deputy Director of the Centre for Opto-electronic Materials and Sensors (COMAS). Prior to academia, he was an ICT Program Manager in the telecommunications industry, leading projects in satellite and telecommunications infrastructure.

His research focuses on advanced signal processing, satellite communications, radar systems (including SAR), neuromorphic hardware, and IoT. He has secured grants from ARC, CRC, government departments, and DSTG, with over 130 publications. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

• Education: PhD in Electronics & Telecommunications (2016, RMIT University)
• Non-academic roles: R&D Engineering Program Manager at Inteltec Emirates (2006–2013)

Key research themes include interference mitigation, 5G/6G networks, neuromorphic sensing, and AI-driven satellite IoT. He is listed in Stanford's top 2% scientists for career-long and single-year impact. His teaching includes courses on satellite communications and wireless sensor networks.

• Grants & Funding: ARC, CRC, DSTG, and government-funded projects since 2017
• Collaborations: CSIRO, industry partners in telecommunications and aerospace

His lab focuses on next-generation communication systems, with active projects in mega satellite networks, neuromorphic hardware, and AI for IoT sensing. He supervises PhD/Masters research in areas like satellite connectivity and machine learning applications.