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Moe Z. WinView profile

Professor

• Wireless communications
• Optical communications
• Space communications systems
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Moe Z. Win is the Robert R. Taylor Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), specializing in wireless communications, optical communications, and space communications systems. His research bridges theoretical and applied domains, including quantum sensing, network localization, and signal processing. B.S.E.E., Texas A&M (1987) M.S.E.E. & Ph.D., University of Southern California (1989, 1998) Recent work focuses on quantum-enhanced positioning, machine learning for localization, and next-generation (xG) non-terrestrial networks. He leads research at the Quantum neXus Laboratory (QX Lab), Wireless Information & Network Sciences Lab, and Laboratory for Information and Decision Systems. His career spans the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (1987-1995) and AT&T Research Laboratories (1998-2002). Key methodologies include soft information fusion, variational quantum sensing, and robust beam tracking for terahertz communications.

Wei XiangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Economics
• International Economics
• Macroeconomics
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Wei Xiang is an Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Michigan's Department of Economics, housed within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Yale University in 2024, focusing on international trade, macroeconomics, and environmental economics. His research bridges economic theory with applied analyses, addressing global trade dynamics, macroeconomic policies, and environmental sustainability. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Yale University (2024). Research Interests: His work explores the intersection of international trade policies, macroeconomic stability, and environmental regulations. He examines how trade agreements influence economic growth and environmental outcomes, with a focus on empirical methodologies to assess policy impacts. Additionally, he investigates macroeconomic models to understand global economic fluctuations and their implications for sustainable development. Publications: His recent articles highlight contributions to vehicle communication systems, signal processing, and wireless technologies, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with engineering applications. These include real-time prediction models for GPS errors and beamforming optimization in vehicular networks. Labs/Teams: Not explicitly stated, but his research collaborations likely involve interdisciplinary teams in economics, engineering, and environmental science.

• Radar Remote Sensing
• Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
• Forest Biomass Mapping
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Lars Ulander is a Professor at Chalmers University of Technology specializing in radar remote sensing. His research focuses on synthetic aperture radar (SAR) signal processing, particularly for applications in forest biomass mapping and ground imaging using VHF/UHF-band systems. He is a key proposer for ESA's BIOMASS satellite mission (launching 2025) and leads the BorealScat project, utilizing a 50-meter tower-based tomographic radar to study boreal forest dynamics. His work spans radar system development, SAR tomography techniques, and environmental monitoring of forests and sea surface currents. Current research areas include vegetation water content estimation, bistatic radar configurations, and optimization of SAR data processing algorithms for multi-temporal analysis. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in P-band/L-band SAR for biomass retrieval, passive radar systems, and interferometric techniques. His articles investigate radar backscatter sensitivity to forest structure, moisture parameters, and seasonal changes, while contributing to mission design frameworks like SLAINTE and SESAME.

• Wireless Communications
• 5G and 6G Technologies
• OTFS Modulation
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Aditya K. Jagannatham is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). With expertise in wireless communications and signal processing, he has established himself as a leading researcher in 5G/6G technologies, MIMO systems, and cognitive radio networks. His educational background includes: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from UC San Diego (2007) M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from UC San Diego (2004) B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Bombay (2001) Professor Jagannatham's research primarily focuses on next-generation wireless communication systems, with special emphasis on 5G and 6G technologies. His work spans OTFS modulation, Terahertz communications, Visible Light Communication (VLC), Intelligent Reflecting Surface (IRS) technology, Massive MIMO, mmWave MIMO, Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA), and Filter-Bank Multi-Carrier (FBMC) systems. His research integrates theoretical analysis with practical implementation challenges, addressing critical issues in modern wireless networks. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward advanced signal processing techniques for next-generation wireless systems, particularly focusing on Sparse Bayesian Learning approaches for channel estimation, cooperative communication systems with energy harvesting capabilities, and millimeter wave MIMO technologies. His work bridges theoretical communication theory with practical implementation challenges in emerging wireless standards. Professor Jagannatham has received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships: Arun Kumar Endowed Chair Professorship (2019) Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship (2018) P.K. Kelkar Young Faculty Research Fellowship for excellence in research (2015-2018) IEEE Signal Processing Society travel grant to attend ICASSP 2015 Gopal Das Bhandari Memorial Distinguished Teacher Award (2012-13) Cal(IT)2 fellowship for graduate study at UC San Diego As an educator, Professor Jagannatham has received commendation letters from the Director of IIT Kanpur for excellence in teaching courses including EE624 Information and Coding Theory, EE670 Wireless Communications, and EE320 Principles of Communication Systems. His research has attracted significant funding, though specific grant details are not provided in the available information. He likely supervises graduate students working on cutting-edge wireless communication research. Professor Jagannatham is based in the Advanced Centre for Electronic Systems (ACES) at IIT Kanpur, where he leads research in wireless communications. His work appears to be closely connected with the Center for Developing Intelligent Systems (CDIS) and other research centers at IIT Kanpur focused on next-generation communication technologies.

Yimin D. ZhangView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistical Signal Processing
• Array Processing
• Radar Signal Processing
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Yimin D. Zhang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Temple University's College of Engineering, where he leads the Advanced Signal Processing (ASP) Lab. His research spans statistical signal processing, array processing, radar, wireless communications, and convex optimization. Research Interests: Dr. Zhang's work focuses on cutting-edge signal processing techniques including compressive sensing, sparse arrays, time-frequency analysis, and robust beamforming. These are applied to radar systems, satellite navigation, assisted living, and wireless networks. His research addresses core challenges in target localization, direction-of-arrival estimation, and spectrum-efficient joint radar-communication systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in exploiting sparsity, virtual arrays, and deep learning to enhance resolution and robustness in radar and communication systems. Themes include multi-frequency processing, low-rank matrix recovery, and optimized OFDM waveforms for dual-function systems. Scientific Awards: 2016 IET Radar, Sonar and Navigation Premium Award 2017 IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society Harry Rowe Mimno Award 2018 IEEE Signal Processing Society Young Author Best Paper Award (coauthor) Advising and Grants: Dr. Zhang has served as Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on over $6 million in research funding from the NSF, AFRL, ONR, and DARPA. While student advisees are not listed, his leadership of the ASP Lab suggests active mentorship of graduate researchers. He contributes extensively to the academic community as an associate editor for IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing and editor for Signal Processing journal, and serves on key IEEE technical committees. Labs and Teams: He directs the Advanced Signal Processing (ASP) Lab at Temple University, which focuses on developing novel algorithms for real-world applications in radar, communications, and navigation. Previously, he led the Wireless Communications and Positioning Lab and the RFID Lab at Villanova University.

• Radar System Design
• Signal Processing
• MIMO Radar
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Professor Kim Eun-hee is a faculty member in the Department of Defense Systems Engineering at Sejong University, specializing in advanced radar technologies and signal processing. Her work bridges theoretical research and practical applications in defense systems. Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (2004), KAIST M.Sc. in Engineering (1996), KAIST B.Sc. in Precision Engineering (1994), KAIST Her research focuses on radar system design, including airborne active phased array radar, automotive radar, broadband noise radar, and over-the-horizon radar. She explores waveform optimization, MIMO architectures, and signal processing algorithms to enhance radar performance in complex environments. Publications highlight her expertise in MIMO radar configurations, Doppler-insensitive waveforms, and machine learning integration for signal analysis. She leads industry-academic collaborations with organizations like Hanwha Systems and LIG Nex1. She contributes to technical committees, including the Sensor and Signal Processing Division of the Korean Society of Military Science and Technology. Her laboratory (Defense Radar Technology Laboratory) focuses on radar design, signal processing, and sensor integration.

Hassan RivazView profile

Professor

• Medical image analysis
• Deep learning
• Machine learning
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Professor Hassan Rivaz is a Full Professor and Concordia University Research Chair in Medical Imaging with Deep Learning at Concordia University's Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science. He holds appointments in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and is cross-appointed to the Department of Computer Science & Software Engineering. Dr. Rivaz serves as the Founding Director of the IMPACT Lab and actively supervises PhD students in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science programs. Dr. Rivaz received his PhD from Johns Hopkins University in 2011, Master's degree from the University of British Columbia, and Bachelor's degree from Sharif University, followed by postdoctoral training at McGill University. His academic journey includes prestigious awards such as the NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellowship and Jeanne Timmins Costello Post-Doctoral Award. His research focuses on advancing medical image analysis through deep learning techniques, particularly in ultrasound imaging applications. Dr. Rivaz has made significant contributions to quantitative ultrasound, cancer detection, lymphedema assessment, and ultrasound elastography. His work bridges theoretical algorithm development with practical clinical applications, addressing challenges in medical image denoising, segmentation, registration, and tissue characterization. The IMPACT Lab under his direction develops innovative solutions for medical imaging problems with direct clinical relevance. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on deep learning applications for ultrasound image processing, with particular focus on denoising techniques, elastography improvements, and segmentation algorithms. His work consistently addresses the challenge of working with real clinical data rather than simulated environments, contributing to more practical medical imaging solutions. Dr. Rivaz has received numerous prestigious awards including: Concordia University Research Chair in Medical Imaging with Deep Learning (2023–2028) QBIN/RBIQ Rising Star in Bio-Imaging in Quebec (2022) Concordia University Research Chair in Medical Image Analysis (2018-2023) Petro-Canada Young Innovator Award (2016–2018) He actively mentors graduate students, with many recipients of competitive scholarships including NSERC CGS, FRQNT, and FRQS awards. Dr. Rivaz serves on editorial boards for top journals including IEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging (since 2017), Medical Image Analysis (since 2025), and IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics and Frequency Control (since 2018). He has organized major conferences including IEEE EMBC 2020, ISBI 2021, and IEEE IUS 2023, and served as Area Chair for MICCAI from 2017 to 2024. As Founding Director of the IMPACT Lab, Dr. Rivaz leads a multidisciplinary research team focused on innovative medical imaging solutions. The lab maintains strong collaborations with hospitals and research institutions to translate imaging technologies into clinical practice. Current projects include developing AI-powered ultrasound analysis tools, quantitative imaging biomarkers for cancer diagnosis, and advanced techniques for ultrasound elastography with applications in tissue characterization and disease detection.

Jeremy DahlView profile

Professor

• Medical Ultrasound Imaging
• Ultrasonic Beamforming
• Image Reconstruction
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Jeremy Dahl is a Professor of Radiology (Pediatric Radiology) at Stanford University School of Medicine. He directs the Ultrasound Imaging & Instrumentation Lab and serves as Director of Research Academic Affairs in the Department of Radiology since 2020. He holds multiple affiliations across Stanford including Bio-X, the Cardiovascular Institute, Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance, Maternal & Child Health Research Institute, Stanford Cancer Institute, and Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute. Dr. Dahl received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati (1999) and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University (2004). His research focuses on developing ultrasonic beamforming and image reconstruction methods for diagnostic imaging applications, particularly techniques that generate high-quality images in difficult-to-image patients. His laboratory specializes in B-mode and Doppler imaging techniques that utilize additional information from ultrasonic wavefields to improve image quality and develop real-time imaging systems for clinical applications including cardiac, liver, and fetal imaging. Dr. Dahl's research has led to significant advancements in ultrasound molecular imaging platforms, sound speed estimation, aberration correction, and reverberation noise suppression. His work often bridges engineering innovation with clinical applications for cancer detection and other diseases. His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on machine learning applications in ultrasound, distributed aberration correction, and molecular imaging techniques. Fellow, American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (2021) Senior Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (2020) Distinguished Investigator Award, The Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research (2018) Outstanding Paper Award, IEEE Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control Society (2011) Dr. Dahl serves in editorial roles for major journals including IEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging (2017-2024) and IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control (2013-Present). His laboratory has successfully translated numerous innovations into clinical applications, with multiple patents including recent developments in pulsed focused ultrasound therapy and speed of sound quantification.

• Medical Microwave Imaging
• Microwave Engineering
• Millimeter-wave Engineering
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Professor Amin Abbosh is a faculty member at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Queensland. His research focuses on Medical Microwave Imaging and Millimeter-wave Engineering, with contributions to advanced imaging systems, antenna design, and communication technologies. He leads projects in electromagnetic medical sensing, including portable brain scanners and wearable diagnostic systems. His work integrates applied electromagnetics with AI-driven algorithms, addressing challenges in stroke detection, liver health monitoring, and deep vein thrombosis diagnosis. With over 16 patents and collaborations across biomedical and engineering domains, his research bridges clinical needs with cutting-edge electromagnetic techniques. Key projects include the development of low-cost healthcare monitoring systems and reconfigurable antennas for satellite communications. Research interests span medical imaging systems, antenna array design, and signal processing for healthcare applications. His team innovates in areas like phased arrays, dielectric property analysis, and non-invasive diagnostics. Recent advancements include synthetic microwave focusing techniques and self-supervised deep learning models for clutter removal in imaging. Publications highlight contributions in IEEE journals and conferences, emphasizing clinical applications and device prototyping. Collaborations with institutions like the University of Queensland’s medical faculty and industry partners ensure practical implementation of his research.

Peter F. DriessenView profile

Professor

• Communication
• Signal Processing
• Control Systems
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Professor Peter F. Driessen is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Victoria, with a cross-appointment in the School of Music. He holds a BSc and PhD from the University of Victoria and is a Professional Engineer (PEng). His research focuses on communication systems, signal processing, control, and interdisciplinary projects in computer music and wireless technologies. Key areas include audio/video signal processing, radio propagation, sound recording, and multimedia systems. He leads the University of Victoria Propagation Laboratory, which explores radio wave propagation and Amateur radio integration with engineering education. His work spans theoretical research and applied projects like ECOSat satellite systems, software-defined radio (SDR), and innovative musical instruments such as the Radio Drum. He supervises undergraduate and graduate projects in these domains through ELEC 499 courses. Notable contributions include the APEGBC Editorial Board Award for Best Paper (2002) and patents in wireless networking and signal processing. His teaching includes courses in signal analysis and electromagnetics, and he collaborates on interdisciplinary programs like the Music/Computer Science degree. Education: BSc in Electrical Engineering, University of Victoria PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Victoria Research Interests: Audio and video signal processing for music and media Software-defined radio and Amateur radio technologies Satellite communication and ground station development Gesture-based interfaces and musical instrument design Error mitigation in streaming audio/video Optical and microwave-photonic systems Labs & Collaborations: Propagation Laboratory (radio wave research) UVic Experimental Radio Group (Amateur radio club) UVic Satellite Design Team (ECOSat projects) UVic Centre for Aerospace Research Grants & Awards: APEGBC Editorial Board Award (2002) Multiple US patents in wireless systems and signal processing

• Wireless Communications
• Coding Theory
• Quantum Information Processing
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Olav Tirkkonen serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Communications and Networking at Aalto University, Finland, a position he has held since August 2006. He leads the Communication Theory research group, driving innovation in wireless communication systems. His academic journey includes a distinguished career spanning industry and academia, with significant contributions to 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies. His educational qualifications are: Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Theoretical Physics, Helsinki University of Technology, 1994 Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Theoretical Physics, Helsinki University of Technology, 1990 Professor Tirkkonen's research interests are centered on wireless communications, with a focus on physical layer processing, coding theory, and quantum information processing. His group explores advanced topics including 5G and beyond wireless networks (spectrum management, large-scale MIMO, ultra-reliable low-latency communication), network-level interference coordination, collaborative caching, machine learning applications for wireless channel geography, coding on manifolds, and quantum communication systems. This research bridges fundamental theory with practical implementation in next-generation wireless networks. Analysis of his recent publications (2024-2025) indicates a predominant focus on machine learning techniques for wireless channel modeling (channel charting), pilot allocation in MIMO systems, and quantum error correction. His work is instrumental in addressing key challenges in 5G/6G networks, particularly in scenarios demanding ultra-reliability, low latency, and efficient resource utilization. His scientific contributions include: Co-inventor of approximately 80 families of patents and patent applications Co-author of the book "Multiantenna transceiver techniques for 3G and beyond" Throughout his career, Professor Tirkkonen has mentored numerous graduate students and secured substantial research funding from various sources. His industry experience at Nokia Research Center (1999-2010) and visiting position at Cornell University (2016-2017) have enriched his research perspective and fostered strong industry-academia collaborations. The Communication Theory group, under his leadership, maintains active collaborations with leading institutions and companies worldwide, positioning Aalto University at the forefront of wireless communications research.

Marco Di RenzoView profile

Professor

• Wireless Communications
• 6G Networks
• Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS)
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Marco Di Renzo is a CNRS Research Director (Professor) and Head of the iPhyCom group at the Laboratory of Signals and Systems (L2S) at Paris-Saclay University, France. He is affiliated with both CNRS and CentraleSupélec. His roles include: Member of L2S Management Committee and Board Council Member of the Ph.D. School Admission Committee Academic Vice Chair, ETSI Industry Specification Group on RIS Editorial and leadership roles in IEEE communications journals Education: Laurea (cum laude) and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from University of L’Aquila (2003, 2007) Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches from Paris-Saclay University (2013) Research focuses on 6G networks , reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) , and integrated sensing and communications (ISAC) . He explores electromagnetic theory, machine learning applications, and energy-efficient wireless systems. His work addresses challenges in near-field communications, multi-user MIMO, and holographic beamforming. He advocates for physics-driven design principles in next-gen networks. Key awards include IEEE/IEE Fellowships, the Michel Monpetit Prize, and multiple IEEE Best Paper Awards. He holds international visiting professorships at institutions like the University of Oulu (Finland) and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore). Active in standardization via ETSI ISG RIS and contributes to global initiatives like the ITU 6G Vision. His research bridges theoretical models with practical implementations, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between physics, signal processing, and AI.

Bruno ClerckxView profile

Professor

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• MIMO Wireless Networks
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Prof. Bruno Clerckx is a Professor of Wireless Communications and Signal Processing at Imperial College London's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. He leads the Communications and Signal Processing Group and the Wireless Communications and Signal Processing Lab. Education: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium Doctor of Science (DSc) from Imperial College London Research Interests: Focuses on wireless communications and signal processing for next-generation networks, including MIMO systems, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), rate-splitting multiple access (RSMA), and integrated sensing and communications (ISAC). His work emphasizes 6G technologies, full-duplex systems, and energy-efficient architectures. Key contributions include pioneering research on beyond-diagonal RIS and RSMA prototyping. Awards: 2021 Blondel Medal (France) 2021 Adolphe Wetrems Prize (Royal Academy of Belgium) Fellowships from IEEE and IET IEEE Communications Society Distinguished Lecturer (2021-2023) Labs & Teams: Heads the Wireless Communications and Signal Processing Lab, and is affiliated with the IEEE Special Interest Groups on RSMA and BD-RIS. Collaborates with global institutions including Stanford University, Tsinghua University, and Samsung Electronics. Industry Experience: Former CTO of Silicon Austria Labs and contributor to 4G/5G standards at Samsung. Holds 80+ patents and authored two books on MIMO systems.

• Wireless Communications
• Radar Systems
• Antenna Arrays
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Professor Athanassios Manikas holds the Chair of Communications & Array Processing in the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He is a Fellow of both the IET and IMA, and has held significant editorial roles including Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems. His research focuses on wireless communications, radar systems, antenna array processing, and applied mathematics, with over 50 supervised PhD students and 150+ Masters projects. He leads Imperial's research group in array processing and has extensive industry collaborations, including technical leadership of the University Defence Technology Centre in Signal Processing (2008-2013). Awards include the IEEE PIMRC 2022 Best Paper Award and recognition as an IEEE COMSOC Distinguished Lecturer (2016-2017). His work integrates differential geometry principles with array processing, as detailed in his monograph Differential Geometry in Array Processing . Professor Manikas has served as an expert witness in high-profile cases and contributes to academic governance roles such as the Royal Society's International Fellowship Committee. His research group is affiliated with the Space Lab at Imperial, focusing on innovative applications of array signal processing in aerospace and defense systems.

• Audio Signal Processing
• Spatial Audio Technology
• Medical Engineering
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Craig Jin is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, leading the CARlab (Computing and Audio Research Laboratory) and Spatial Audio Research initiatives within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a BS from Stanford University, an MS from Caltech, and a PhD from the University of Sydney. His work focuses on immersive audio technologies, biomedical signal processing, and assistive technologies for sensory augmentation. Research interests include spatial audio reproduction, binaural processing, acoustic sensing for accessibility, and machine learning applications in signal processing. Key contributions span HRTF interpolation, noise reduction algorithms, and acoustic touch systems for the visually impaired. Recent projects include real-time MRI analysis of vocal tract dynamics and sparse recovery techniques for sound field reconstruction. His publications span over 150 peer-reviewed articles in journals like IEEE Transactions on Audio, Speech, and Language Processing, and conferences such as ICASSP. He advises four current PhD/Master’s students on projects like predictive gesture tracking, voice disorder classification, and magnetic resonance imaging techniques.