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Rodney VaughanView profile

Professor

• Signal Processing
• Antenna Theory and Design
• Wave Propagation
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Rodney Vaughan is a Professor in the School of Engineering Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU), holding the Sierra Wireless Professorship in Mobile Communication. He leads research in signal processing, antenna design, and wave propagation. His academic background includes degrees from the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) and Aalborg University (Denmark). Vaughan’s affiliations include Fellow of the IEEE and URSI Correspondent. Research focuses on antenna theory, MIMO systems, and wireless communication innovations. He oversees advanced lab facilities like the Satimo SG128 antenna pattern chamber and Agilent network analyzers. Recent publications address antenna efficiency, diversity techniques, and array design. Vaughan advises multiple PhD and Master’s students and has graduated 17 researchers. Awards include the IEEE Distinguished Lecturer title and Sierra Wireless Endowed Professorship. His grants span CFI, NSERC, and industry partnerships. His lab develops compact antennas, MIMO capacity optimization, and high-efficiency communication systems. Teaching includes ENSC courses on electric circuits and advanced signal processing. Vaughan’s work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical antenna engineering, emphasizing real-world applications in mobile and IoT systems.

Mario MencagliView profile

Assistant Professor

• Metasurface Engineering
• Antenna Design
• Electromagnetic Metamaterials
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Mario Mencagli is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Delaware since August 2024. Previously, he held roles at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2019–2023) and Raytheon Technology Research Center (2023–2024). He completed his Ph.D. in electromagnetics at the University of Siena, Italy (2016), and postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania under Prof. Nader Engheta. His research focuses on metasurfaces, metamaterials, and their applications in antennas, space technology, and nonlinear optics. Education : B.Sc. and M.Sc. (cum laude) in Telecommunications Engineering, University of Siena (2008, 2013) Ph.D. (cum laude) in Electromagnetics, University of Siena (2016) Research Interests : Dr. Mencagli designs reconfigurable metasurface antennas for space applications, explores time-modulated systems for energy trapping, and develops metamaterial-based optical components. His work bridges theoretical electromagnetics with practical applications in radar, remote sensing, and smart materials. Notable Contributions : He pioneered metasurface antennas compatible with NASA's Deep Space Network and developed prototypes for dual-frequency radar systems. His research on VO₂ dielectric functions and PTD symmetric metastructures has advanced nonlinear optical control and wave manipulation. Grants : PI of NASA/JPL grants for metasurface-based space antennas Awards : Best Thesis Award (2018), Thales Research Scholarship (2013), IEEE Senior Member His lab focuses on additive-manufactured metamaterials and wave-based computational systems, aiming to revolutionize antenna design and optical signal processing.

Dylan C. BurnsView profile

Research Professor

• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
• Electromechanical Systems Design
• RF Signal Processing
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Dylan C. Burns is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Vermont. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Vermont (2011, 2006, 2002). His research focuses on Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) for subsurface detection, electromechanical device design, and RF signal processing. Burns founded dbgear LLC in 2016 and holds patents for innovations in GPR systems and vibrating magnet antennas. He teaches courses including Statics (CEE 1100), Dynamics (ME 1120), Mechanics of Solids (ME 1140), and System Dynamics (ME 2120). His technical expertise spans prototype development, MATLAB/SolidWorks proficiency, and hands-on laboratory testing. Burns' work emphasizes real-time data integration, with applications in civil infrastructure monitoring and augmented reality visualization systems. His research has produced over 20 peer-reviewed publications since 2017, focusing on advanced radar technologies, sensor fusion, and subsurface imaging. He collaborates on projects involving phased array systems, orbital angular momentum (OAM) radar, and magnetic sensing innovations for urban environments.

• Electromagnetics
• Antennas and propagation
• Engineering electromagnetics
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Muhammad Usman Afzal is a Research Fellow at the School of Electrical and Data Engineering, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where he holds a Visiting Fellow position. He is a Senior IEEE member with extensive expertise in electromagnetics and antenna systems. Previously, he completed a post-doctorate at Macquarie University on an Australian Research Council Discovery grant project. Dr. Afzal received his Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering and Master's in Computational Science and Engineering from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, in 2009 and 2011, respectively. He earned his PhD in Electronics Engineering from Macquarie University, Australia, in 2017. His academic journey began as a Lab Engineer at NUST's Research Institute for Microwave & Millimetre-Wave Studies in 2010, followed by a Lecturer position from 2012 to early 2013. Dr. Afzal's research focuses on breakthrough innovations in electromagnetics and antenna technology, particularly his development of near-field phase-correction methods and near-field meta-steering (NFMS) technology. His work enables low-profile high-gain antennas and superior beam-steering systems that outperform traditional electronically steered arrays and mechanically steered reflectors. His research has resulted in significant publications, with more than ten papers annually across top IEEE journals and conferences. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on dual-band metasurfaces, beam-steering technologies, and high-gain antenna systems for satellite communication, 5G/6G networks, and wireless applications. His work spans theoretical development, practical implementation, and commercial applications of advanced antenna systems. Dr. Afzal has received notable recognition including a 'Highly Commended' certificate in the Five Future-Shaping Research Priorities category at Macquarie University's 2017 Academic Staff Awards for his innovative work on beam-steering technology. As an active research supervisor, Dr. Afzal has co-supervised five PhD students, three Master's research students, and several undergraduate thesis students in the last five years. His funded research includes projects supported by the Australian Research Council through the Discovery grant scheme. His laboratory work centers on electromagnetics, metasurfaces, phase-shifting surfaces, and advanced antenna systems, with applications spanning satellite communication, wireless networks, and next-generation connectivity solutions.

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• 6G Technology
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Prof. Erik G. Larsson is a Professor and Head of the Division of Communication Systems at Linköping University's Department of Electrical Engineering (ISY). He joined LiU in 2007 after positions at KTH, University of Florida, and Ericsson Research. His research focuses on 6G wireless connectivity, distributed machine learning, and signal processing. He has authored over 200 journal papers and two textbooks, holds multiple patents, and serves on editorial boards for prestigious journals. Awards include IEEE Fellow, Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences membership, and the 2021 'golden carrot' teaching award. Education: Ph.D. from Uppsala University (2002). Visiting Fellow at Princeton University (2015). Research Interests: Wireless communications, network science, decentralized learning, and 6G technologies. Grants: Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, SSF, ELLIIT, H2020 projects. Teaching: Courses include TSKS10 (Undergraduate), TSKS34 (Undergraduate), TSKS15 (Master), TSKS33 (Master). Students: Advised over 20 Ph.D. and Licentiate students, many now in academia and industry. Current advisees include Chung-Hsuan Hu and Ahmet Kaplan. Awards: Multiple IEEE prizes (e.g., Ellersick Prize, Fink Award) and recognition for leadership in signal processing and wireless research.

Tim BrownView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Antenna Design
• Radio Frequency Propagation
• Wireless Communication Systems
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Dr. Tim Brown is a Senior Lecturer in RF Antennas and Propagation at the University of Surrey's Institute for Communication Systems (ICS), part of the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering. He leads postgraduate studies and oversees academic programs in electronic engineering. His expertise spans antenna design, radio frequency propagation, and wireless communication systems, with a focus on optimizing spectrum use and reducing electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure in user devices. Education: Completed a PhD in diversity antennas for mobile terminals (2004) and postdoctoral research at Aalborg University, Denmark, focusing on MIMO channel characterization and antenna designs. Research Interests: Includes MIMO systems, UWB, RFID/NFC technologies, THz communication, and SAR reduction techniques. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, such as CPD courses for industry professionals and collaborations with EU frameworks and UK research councils. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles in IEEE journals and conferences, emphasizing THz channel modeling, antenna innovation, and EMF mitigation. Recent work addresses sub-THz scattering, LAMM multiplexing, and SAR reduction in smartphone terminals. Awards: None explicitly listed, though recognized for editorial roles and research impact (e.g., leading a £8M initiative for AI-era network training). Advising & Grants: Coordinates MSc dissertations and leads industry partnerships. His lab focuses on future wireless systems, including 6G and THz technologies. Labs/Teams: Directs the ICS's antenna and propagation research group, contributing to Surrey's reputation for vocation-oriented education and professional skills development.

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• Dynamic Spectrum Allocation
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Dr. Alexandr Kuzminsky is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Surrey, specializing in advanced wireless communication systems and signal processing. His research focuses on spectrum sharing, interference mitigation, and decentralized network control mechanisms. He has contributed extensively to topics such as adaptive antenna arrays, dynamic spectrum allocation (DSA), and high-mobility communication scenarios. Key areas of expertise include developing algorithms for coexistence in multi-RAT networks, good neighbor protocols for decentralized beamforming, and interference rejection combining techniques. His work addresses challenges in high-mobility environments (e.g., LEO satellites) and non-stationary interference scenarios. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles in top journals like IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing and IEEE Transactions on Cognitive Communications and Networking. Dr. Kuzminsky’s methodologies often integrate semi-blind signal processing with Markov chain analysis, enabling robust performance evaluation under varying interference conditions. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, particularly in 5G/6G systems and next-generation wireless infrastructure. Education : Not explicitly stated in text, but his extensive publication record suggests advanced qualifications in electrical engineering or signal processing. Labs/Teams : Likely affiliated with the University of Surrey’s Institute for Communication Systems (ICS) or similar research groups. Grants : Implied through publication outputs, though specific funding details not disclosed.

• Wireless Communications
• Information Theory
• Resource Allocation
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Dr. Na Yi is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Surrey's Institute for Communication Systems, with a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Surrey (2009). Her research focuses on wireless communications, physical layer resource allocation, optimization, and information theory. She has advised multiple PhD students, including Juan Carlos de Luna Ducoing (current) and Farman Ullah, Turki N Yosef, Vijay Bhaskar, and Janice George (previous). Her work spans projects like WHERE2, ACROPOLIS, and C2POWER (EU-FP7 initiatives). She has published extensively on topics including MIMO systems, beamforming, and 5G/URLLC technologies. Notable collaborations include EU-China 5G trials and 5G-DRIVE project contributions. Dr. Yi's publications include over 60 articles in journals like IEEE Trans. Wireless Commun. and conferences such as GLOBECOM and VTC. Her doctoral thesis, Cooperative Communication for Future Cellular Networks , underscores her expertise in cooperative relaying and network optimization. She actively participates in standardization efforts and has contributed to frameworks like 5G network slicing for edge services. Her research bridges theoretical insights with practical implementations in next-generation wireless systems.

• Information Theory
• Coding Theory
• Communication Systems
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Ragnar Thobaben is a Professor in Communication Theory at the Division of Information Science and Engineering, part of the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He has held this position since December 2006 and is affiliated with the CERCES Center for Resilient Critical Infrastructures. His research focuses on information and coding theory, with applications to secure communication systems, machine learning generalization, and DNA-based data storage. He has also contributed to data-driven decision tools for critical care medicine, such as in sepsis management. Education: Ragnar earned a Dipl.-Ing. (M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Christian Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany in 2001, followed by a Dr.-Ing. (Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering in 2007. His academic journey is complemented by extensive editorial roles, including Editor for IEEE Transactions on Communications (2016–2020) and IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security (2020–2023). He has also served as Technical Program Committee member for major IEEE conferences like GLOBECOM, ICC, and PIMRC, and held organizational roles such as Publicity Chair for the 2011 IEEE Swedish Communication Technologies Workshop and Local-Arrangement Chair for the 2019 IEEE Information Theory Workshop. Research Interests: His work bridges theoretical and applied domains, emphasizing robustness and reliability in communication systems. Key topics include physical-layer security for critical infrastructures, information-theoretic PAC-Bayes bounds in machine learning, and microwave engineering innovations like glide symmetry in antenna design. He also explores interdisciplinary applications, such as data-driven tools for ICU patient monitoring and secure wireless power transfer. Advising & Grants: Thobaben has advised multiple PhD students, including current co-supervision of Martin Lindström (machine learning) and collaborations with Karolinska Institute on medical informatics projects (Anna Sundelin and Navid Korah Soltani under main supervisor Johan Mårtensson). His prior advisees span topics from generalization theory to secure relaying in cognitive networks. His recent publications (2024–2022) highlight advancements in PAC-Bayes bounds, sepsis clinical studies, and antenna engineering.

• Materials Science
• Ceramic Engineering
• Advanced Materials Processing
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Mr. Theo Saunders is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at Queen Mary University of London's School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on advanced materials processing techniques, particularly in the development and characterization of high-performance ceramics, composites, and ultra-high-temperature materials. Central to his work are innovations in sintering technologies such as flash sintering and spark plasma sintering, which enable rapid fabrication of complex materials with enhanced mechanical and thermal properties. Key research areas include the synthesis of high-entropy alloys, biomorphic composites derived from natural templates, and dielectric materials for microwave and electronic applications. Saunders' contributions span material design, processing optimization, and in-depth characterization of microstructural and functional properties. His studies address challenges in energy conservation, sustainable manufacturing, and high-temperature material applications. Notable techniques explored include electric field-assisted sintering, automated materials discovery systems, and the integration of nanomaterials into composite frameworks. Saunders collaborates extensively on projects involving interfacial engineering, thermoelectric materials, and biomedical applications of advanced ceramics.

Giampiero GeriniView profile

Professor

• Metamaterials/Metasurfaces
• Antenna Engineering
• Electromagnetic Bandgap Structures
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Giampiero Gerini is a part-time Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Department of Electrical Engineering, holding a chair in 'Material Engineering from Microwaves to Optics'. His primary affiliation is with TNO (Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research), leading their metamaterial research program in the Optics Department. He specializes in advanced antenna systems, metamaterials, and electromagnetic engineering with applications in radar, imaging, and telecommunications. Academic Roles: Full Professor (part-time), TU/e Electrical Engineering Main Affiliation: TNO Optics Department (Metamaterial Research Lead) Education: MSc in Electronic Engineering, University of Ancona (1998, summa cum laude) PhD in Electronic Engineering, University of Ancona (1992) Research Interests: Focuses on phased array antennas, electromagnetic bandgap structures, frequency selective surfaces, and metamaterials across microwave-to-optical frequencies. Applications include high-resolution imaging, radar systems, and telecommunication infrastructure. Awards: 2008 IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society H.A. Wheeler Applications Prize 2008 ESA Antenna Workshop Best Innovative Paper 2010 EuCAP Best Antenna Theory Paper Advising & Labs: Supervised 12 students and leads TNO's metamaterials program. Organized ESA antenna workshops in 2011 and 2012. Active in developing simulation tools like MDDA for electromagnetic modeling.

• Antenna Engineering
• Electromagnetics
• Millimeter Wave Technology
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Dr. Diego Caratelli is Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology, specializing in electromagnetic systems and antenna design. His research encompasses antenna-in-package solutions for 5G/6G, dielectric resonator technology, and mathematical methods in electromagnetics. Recipient of IEEE AP-S/URSI 2022 Honorable Mention Award. Teaches graduate course on Phased Array and Smart Antenna systems. Research interests include: Millimeter-wave antenna arrays Reconfigurable electromagnetic systems Fractional calculus applications Computational electromagnetics Wireless communication hardware

Huib J. VisserView profile

Professor

• Wireless Power Transfer
• Antenna Design
• Biomedical Implants
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Huib Visser is Professor of Wireless Data and Power Transfer at TU/e, developing technologies for medical and IoT applications. His research optimizes energy harvesting systems for implantable devices and environmental sensors. Research: Focuses on antenna-rectifier integration for efficient far-field power transfer, with clinical applications in neural implants and wearable monitors. Recent projects include radar-based vital sign detection and 3D-printed biocompatible receivers. He leads Holst Centre's wireless power program and collaborates with Erasmus MC on implant safety standards. Authored foundational texts on phased array antenna design used in engineering curricula worldwide. Holds patents for printed spiral coil designs enabling meter-range power transfer to low-energy devices.

• MRI
• RF Engineering
• Biomedical Imaging
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Alexander J.E. Raaijmakers is an Assistant Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology and a joint member of the 7 Tesla Research Group at University Medical Center Utrecht. His work focuses on RF engineering for ultrahigh field MRI, body imaging, and RF safety. He leads projects involving 5 PhD students, 1 postdoc, and 2 RF engineers. Education: MSc in Applied Physics (2004), PhD in MRI-guided Radiotherapy (2008). His research integrates hardware design, scanning sequences, and clinical applications to advance ultrahigh field MRI for organs like the heart, prostate, and liver. He also translates insights to lower field strengths (3T) and medical implant safety. Recent trends in his publications emphasize RF antenna design, deep learning for MRI correction, and electromagnetic safety assessments. He holds a patent for MRI systems and coaxes antenna arrangements. Grants: Casimir grant (2008-2010) for RF coil development. He actively teaches courses like Electromagnetic fields in MRI and Advanced imaging techniques , bridging theory and application in MRI education.

Lieke GeubbelsView profile

Researcher

• Antenna Technology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Wireless Sensing
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Lieke Geubbels is a Researcher and Doctoral Candidate in the Department of Electromagnetics at Eindhoven University of Technology's School of Electrical Engineering. Her work focuses on antenna technology, biomedical applications, and sustainable engineering solutions. She has contributed to innovative projects such as using harmonic radar for nasogastric tube localization and developing plant-based materials to enhance antenna performance. Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing health technologies and promoting sustainable innovation. Geubbels has presented her findings at major conferences like EuCAP and co-organized events such as the 27th European Microwave Week. She teaches the course 'Phased array and smart antennas,' reflecting her expertise in advanced antenna systems. Her patent on over-the-air test apparatus demonstrates practical contributions to wireless communication infrastructure. While no formal awards are listed, her work highlights emerging trends in bio-inspired engineering and clinical technology integration.