Ali Lalbakhsh

Ali Lalbakhsh is a Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at Macquarie University College, specializing in engineering education and antenna design. He focuses on fostering a growth mindset among students in the Diploma of Engineering program, emphasizing engagement, confidence-building, and real-world application. His teaching strategies have significantly improved student attendance, assignment submission rates, and satisfaction. He redesigned curricula for units like WENG1000 and WENG1050, incorporating scaffolded learning, peer feedback, and industry-inspired projects. His research spans metamaterials, 3D-printed antennas, and microwave engineering, with over 50 publications in top journals and conferences. He led students to national recognition in the D.Start 2022 innovation program and co-authored peer-reviewed papers with students. His work bridges educational innovation and cutting-edge antenna technology.

Education:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering (Implied by publication track)

Research Interests:

Ali’s research focuses on advancing antenna technologies through metamaterials, 3D printing, and AI-driven design. He explores applications in satellite communications, 5G, and IoT systems. His work addresses challenges in beam steering, bandwidth optimization, and low-profile antenna design. Recent projects include phase-modulation metasurfaces for satellite antennas and AI-enhanced impedance matching structures.

Awards:

• 2023 Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Award (Student Nominated)

Student Impact:

Ali mentors students in research projects, leading to publications and innovation awards. His pedagogical approach emphasizes one-on-one feedback and goal-setting, enabling students to achieve beyond expectations. Collaborative projects with students have resulted in journal papers and national competitions.

Labs/Teams: Active in Macquarie University’s engineering research groups focused on antenna design and educational technology.