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• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Ferrofluids
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Zoran Cenev holds a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position within the Mechatronics and Dynamics section of the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering at the School of Engineering, Aarhus University. His primary institutional affiliation is with AU Engineering, and contact details include email zoran.cenev@mpe.au.dk and telephone +45 20 64 75 44, with office location Aarhus N, 5128-140. Research interests focus on interdisciplinary applications of magnetic and robotic systems: Robotic micromanipulation via electromagnetic needles Ferrofluid-based biofabrication for skeletal muscle engineering Laser-induced photothermal droplet control Theoretical modeling of particle dynamics at fluid interfaces Surface engineering for underwater metallic stability Nanostructure formation through ion bombardment His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a dominant trend in adapting ferrofluids for biomedical automation, particularly 3D bioprinting of magnetically responsive tissues and droplet manipulation on engineered surfaces. This work bridges mechanical engineering with regenerative medicine, emphasizing practical implementations of theoretical models for microscale precision. Scientific awards are not documented in the provided information. As a faculty member, Dr. Cenev likely mentors graduate students and pursues research grants, though specific advisees or funding details are absent. Departmental laboratories and workshops support his experimental work in mechatronics, with emphasis on magnetic manipulation systems and surface characterization.

Crystal SenkoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Simulation
• Trapped Ion Manipulation
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Dr. Crystal Senko is an Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair in Trapped Ion Quantum Computing at the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) , University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on quantum simulations, quantum computing with trapped ions, and qudit-based systems. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Maryland (2014) and a B.Sc. in Physics from Duke University (2009). Her research interests span Quantum Computing , Quantum Simulation , Trapped Ion Manipulation , and Photonics . Key projects include optimizing qudit-based quantum computing protocols and developing photonic crystal waveguides for atom-photon interactions. Recent work emphasizes trapped ion efficiency, laser noise mitigation, and programmable quantum simulators. Dr. Senko has authored influential papers on trapped ion systems, including studies on multi-level qudit control, nanophotonic cavity coupling, and non-thermalization in spin chains. Her work bridges theoretical quantum models and experimental advancements in scalable quantum hardware. Awards: Canada Research Chair (Trapped Ion Quantum Computing) Teaching: Courses include Quantum Physics 2 (PHYS 334), Quantum Mechanics 1 (PHYS 701), and Special Topics in Quantum Information Processing (PHYS 768/QIC 890). Labs/Teams: Affiliated with IQC and previously contributed to Harvard’s Center for Ultracold Atoms.

Zoya PopovicView profile

Professor

• High-Efficiency Circuits
• Microwave Technology
• Millimeter-Wave Imaging
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Zoya Popovic is a Distinguished Professor and holds the Lockheed Martin Endowed Chair in RF Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder's Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering. She earned a Dipl.Ing. from the University of Belgrade (1985) and a PhD from Caltech (1990). She has advised over 50 PhD students and was a visiting professor at Technical University of Munich (2001). Her research focuses on high-efficiency microwave/millimeter-wave circuits, smart antenna arrays, wireless powering systems, and biomedical microwave applications. Notable contributions include quasi-optical imaging techniques and low-noise amplifier designs. Key awards: IEEE Microwave Prizes (1993/2006), Humboldt Research Award (2000), Terman Medal (2001) Lab Group Website: [Link] Recent work emphasizes in-band full-duplex systems, GaN MMICs, and quantum-based waveform modulation. Her group maintains advanced facilities for millimeter-wave and terahertz research.

Jianguo WangView profile

Professor

• Multisensor Integration
• GNSS Technology
• Precision Engineering Surveying
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Dr. Jianguo Wang is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Space Science Engineering at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 2006 and is a founding member of the Lassonde School. With over 35 years of academic and industrial experience, he specializes in multisensor integration, GNSS technology, and precision engineering surveying. He holds a Dr.-Ing. in Geomatics Engineering from Universität der Bundeswehr München, Germany, alongside Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping (WTUSM). His research focuses on advanced data processing methodologies, including Kalman filtering, error analysis, and LiDAR systems. He has authored/co-authored over 60 publications, including textbooks like Error Theory and Foundation of Surveying Adjustment and Foundation of Geodesy . He is a Fellow of Engineers Canada and licensed as a Professional Engineer in Ontario. Education: Dr.-Ing., Geomatics Engineering, Universität der Bundeswehr München (Germany) M.Sc., Surveying Engineering, Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping B.Sc., Surveying Engineering, Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping Dr. Wang teaches courses such as Advanced Optimization and Applications , GNSS , and Global Geophysics and Geodesy . He leads the Earth Observation Laboratory (PSE 432), focusing on multisensor integration for navigation and positioning. His work explores innovative solutions for sensor calibration, data fusion, and geospatial applications. Grants & Labs: Active in lab-based research with collaborators like Baoxin Hu, his laboratory integrates GNSS, IMUs, LiDAR, and cameras for precision navigation. His recent work addresses challenges in sensor error calibration, LiDAR point cloud accuracy, and Kalman filter enhancements.

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.

• Quantum Optics
• Photonics
• Quantum Information Science
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Klaus Mølmer is a Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, specializing in Quantum Optics and Photonics. His research spans quantum information, entanglement, and cavity QED, leveraging machine learning and Grover's algorithm for quantum state engineering. His recent work focuses on spin squeezing, Rydberg atom interactions, and mechanical resonator cooling. A leader in quantum simulation and superradiance, he collaborates on cavity-mediated emission and quantum network design. The 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in quantum state manipulation, entanglement protocols, and robust differential phase sensing. These studies bridge theoretical frameworks with experimental applications in cavity QED, Rydberg arrays, and zero-photon detection.

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• 5G/6G Networks
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Mikko Valkama is a Professor at the Department of Communications Engineering , part of the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences at Tampere University . His research focuses on advanced wireless communication systems, positioning technologies, and integrated sensing and communication (ISAC). He holds an Orcid ID ( 0000-0003-0361-0800 ) and can be reached at mikko.valkama@tuni.fi . Research interests span 5G/6G networks , RF antenna design , deep learning for signal processing , and millimeter-wave systems . He leads projects on positioning algorithms (e.g., mmWave SLAM, NLOS mitigation), ISAC architectures, and hardware-efficient transmitter linearization. Notable contributions include works on DECT-2020 NR standards, phase-based localization, and RIS-assisted systems. In 2025 alone, his group published over 30 articles on topics such as: Antenna array design for Ka-band and wideband applications Machine learning for power amplifier predistortion Bistatic radio SLAM and mmWave mapping Covert transmission and physical-layer security His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, often validated through experimental setups (e.g., TUJI1 dataset for indoor localization). No scientific awards were explicitly listed in the provided texts.

• Microelectronics
• Nanotechnology
• RF Engineering
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Prof. Dr. Amelie Hagelauer holds a professorship in Micro- and Nanosystem Technology at the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology, Technical University of Munich. Her work focuses on advanced electronics and systems integration across quantum computing hardware, resistive memory technologies, and high-frequency RF systems. She has contributed to innovations in superconducting qubit readout architectures, multi-level RRAM designs, and 3D-integrated CMOS-compatible quantum devices. Research interests span quantum hardware design, nanoelectronic devices, RF front-end systems, and emerging memory technologies. Her work emphasizes practical implementation challenges such as low-power operation, high-voltage handling in RF switches, and wafer-scale fabrication processes. Recent projects include D-band radar systems, energy-efficient 60 GHz transceivers, and antenna tuning solutions for 5G applications. Publications from 2023-2025 showcase advancements in resistive switching device characterization, mitigation of TLS losses in superconducting qubits, and reconfigurable AI accelerators using RRAM-based digital twins. Her work bridges theoretical device physics with practical integrated circuit design, addressing scalability and reliability in next-gen electronics. Awards and grants: None explicitly listed in provided texts. Active collaborations include EU-funded projects on quantum computing platforms and TUM's Electronic Photonic Integration initiatives. Leads research teams in microsystem technology with emphasis on cross-disciplinary approaches combining CMOS processes, MEMS, and quantum engineering.

Jonathan BaughView profile

Professor

• Quantum Information Science
• Nanoelectronics
• Semiconductor Devices
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Jonathan Baugh is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Waterloo, serving as Director of the Quantum Information Graduate Program. His research focuses on quantum devices, nanoelectronics, and molecular electronics with affiliations at the Institute for Quantum Computing and Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology. He leads the Baugh Research Lab, exploring quantum control, semiconductor spin qubits, and superconducting hybrid systems. Research interests include quantum information processing, nanoscale charge transport, and the development of next-generation photonic sources. His work bridges quantum physics and materials science, with recent breakthroughs in dopant-free semiconductors and single-molecule transistors. Publications emphasize scalable quantum architectures, noise mitigation in quantum control, and phase-coherent molecular electronics. Current projects involve cryogenic CMOS device modeling and topological quantum computing in silicon-based systems. No awards are explicitly listed, though his work has been highlighted in invited reviews and special sessions on quantum systems. Advising focuses on graduate students in quantum nanotechnology and condensed matter physics. His lab collaborates on integrated quantum networks and III-V/Si nanowire photodetectors. Labs/Teams: Baugh Research Lab (Quantum Nanoelectronics Group), Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN).

Thomas ZwickView profile

Professor

• Radio Wave Propagation
• Radio Channel Modeling
• Measurement Techniques
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Zwick is a full professor and director of the Institute of High Frequency Engineering and Electronics (IHE) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). He holds a Dipl.-Ing. (M.S.E.E.) and Dr.-Ing. (Ph.D.E.E.) from the University of Karlsruhe. His career includes roles at IBM Research (2001–2004), Siemens AG (2004–2007 managing automotive radar teams), and KIT since 2007. He leads research in high-frequency technologies, antennas, radar systems, and wireless communications. Research interests include radio wave propagation, antenna design, automotive radar architectures, and millimeter-wave systems. He has authored/co-authored over 400 papers, 20 patents, and received IEEE Fellow status (2018), honorary doctorate from Budapest University (2022), and membership in the Heidelberg Academy and acatech. His work emphasizes integrating sensing and communication systems, 3D-printed RF components, and high-frequency measurement techniques. Teaching focuses on high-frequency engineering, electronic circuits, and radar systems. He oversees the IHE’s laboratories, including the Microwave Engineering Lab and Student Innovation Lab. Recent work explores sub-THz communication, RIS-aided ISAC systems, and beamforming for reduced EMF exposure in urban scenarios.

K. Rajibul IslamView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Information Processing
• Trapped Ion Quantum Simulation
• Quantum Computing
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K. Rajibul Islam is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. He holds a joint appointment with the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and co-founded Open Quantum Design and Lightflow Optics Inc. His research focuses on quantum information processing, quantum simulation, and trapped ion systems, with applications in quantum computing and entanglement studies. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (2012, University of Maryland), M.Sc. in Physics (2007, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research), B.Sc. in Physics (2005, Jadavpur University). Postdoctoral research at Harvard University (2012–2015) and MIT (2015–2016). Research Interests : Quantum simulation of spin models, quantum computing with trapped ions, entanglement measurement, frustrated spin systems, and quantum materials. His lab, QITI (Quantum Information with Trapped Ions), develops scalable quantum simulators and open-access quantum computers like 'QuantumIon.' Awards : Fellow of the American Physical Society (2024), VAIBHAV Fellowship (2024), Excellence in Teaching Award (2024), Early Researcher Award (2019), and Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award (2012–13). Teaching : Courses include PHYS 701 (Graduate Quantum Physics), PHYS 234 (Quantum Physics I), PHYS 393 (Physical Optics), and PHYS 256 (Geometrical and Physical Optics). He emphasizes outreach via initiatives like Bigyan.org.in , a Bengali-language science platform. Lab and Collaborations : Active in developing trapped-ion quantum hardware, including ion trap designs, optical addressing systems, and holographic control methods. Collaborates on quantum algorithms, machine learning for quantum systems, and experimental quantum thermodynamics.

Ruonan HanView profile

Professor

• Terahertz Electronics
• Integrated Circuits
• RF Systems
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Ruonan Han is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT and serves as Associate Director of the Microsystems Technology Laboratories (MTL) and Director of the MIT-MTL Center for Integrated Circuits and Systems . His research focuses on ultra-high-frequency microelectronic circuits , particularly addressing the 'terahertz gap' in sensing, metrology, security, and communication. He leads the Terahertz Integrated Electronics Group at MIT's MTL, established in 2014. Education: B.S. in Microelectronics, Fudan University (2007) M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Florida (2009) Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Cornell University (2014) Research Interests: Terahertz (THz) integrated circuits and systems High-frequency CMOS technologies Quantum sensing and magnetometry RF systems for imaging, radar, and molecular sensing Energy-efficient communication systems His work bridges electronic circuits , electromagnetics , and quantum physics , with applications in defense, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. Awards & Recognition: 2023 IEEE SSCS New Frontier Award 2020 NSF CAREER Award 2019 Intel Outstanding Researcher Award 3× IEEE RFIC Best Student Paper Awards (2012, 2017, 2021) Advising & Leadership: Ph.D. advisor to over 10 students (many recipients of MIT MTL Dissertation Awards) Co-advises with Prof. Anantha Chandrakasan and Prof. Tomás Palacios Editorial roles at IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering and VLSI Systems Technical committee member for ISSCC, RFIC, and IMS Labs & Teams: Terahertz Integrated Electronics Group at MIT MTL: Focuses on chip-scale THz systems, quantum devices, and next-generation RF circuits Collaborations with industry (e.g., Apple, MediaTek) and academic groups (e.g., D. Englund's lab at MIT)

• Cybersecurity and Privacy
• Spectrum Management
• Wireless Networks
• +7 more

Jon M. Peha is a Full Professor in the Department of Engineering and Public Policy and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. He serves as Founder and Director of the Center for Executive Education in Technology Policy (CEE-TP) and maintains affiliations with the CyLab Security and Privacy Institute and the Information Networking Institute. His career uniquely bridges government service (as FCC Chief Technologist, White House OSTP Assistant Director, and congressional advisor), industry leadership (as CTO for three tech startups), and academic research. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University (1991) M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University (1986) B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Brown University (1984) Peha's research spans the technical and policy dimensions of information networks, with particular focus on spectrum management, broadband Internet architecture, wireless communications, cybersecurity, and communications for emergency response. His work integrates engineering principles with economic and regulatory analysis to address real-world challenges in telecommunications infrastructure. Current projects examine connected vehicle communications, spectrum sharing models, and consumer-centric broadband labeling systems that emerged from his large-scale user studies. His research publications demonstrate consistent leadership in both technical innovation and policy analysis, with recent work addressing satellite interference mitigation, V2X communications, and pandemic-era internet performance. The breadth of his scholarship reflects his unique position at the intersection of engineering practice and policy formulation. Scientific Awards: IEEE Fellow AAAS Fellow FCC Excellence in Engineering Award IEEE Communications Society TCCN Publication Award Brown Engineering Medal AAAS Featured Science and Technology Policy Fellow (40@40) Peha actively engages with policymakers through congressional testimony, FCC consultation, and White House advisory roles. His government service has directly informed his academic work on spectrum policy, network neutrality, and public safety communications. He has supervised numerous graduate students across EPP, ECE, and INI programs, with research spanning vehicular networks, spectrum sharing, and emergency communications systems. As Director of CEE-TP, he leads executive education initiatives that bridge technical expertise and policy decision-making. His work with CyLab focuses on cybersecurity and privacy challenges in broadband systems and connected vehicles. Current projects include developing cost-effective spectrum sharing models for intelligent transportation systems and analyzing the economic implications of multi-network access architectures in 5G networks.

CHONG YidongView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Photonics
• Topological Photonics
• Non-Hermitian Systems
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CHONG Yidong is a Professor in the Division of Physics and Applied Physics at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He leads the Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies and holds positions in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on theoretical photonics, topological systems, and non-Hermitian physics, with contributions to photonic crystals, topological insulators, and coherent perfect absorbers. He has been recognized with awards including the President's Science Award (2020) and the National Research Foundation Fellowship (2012). Education: Ph.D. (Physics), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2005–2008) B.Sc. (Physics) and B.Sc. (Mathematical & Computational Sciences), Stanford University (1999–2003) Research Interests: Topological photonics, non-Hermitian systems, photonic topological insulators, PT-symmetric structures, and applications in quantum optics and acoustics. Recent Articles: Focus on experimental realizations of topological lasers, exceptional points in non-Hermitian systems, and higher-order topological phenomena in acoustic and photonic platforms. His work bridges theory and experiment, with collaborations in materials science and electrical engineering. Awards: Extensive recognition for both research and education, including Nanyang Research and Education Awards. Teaching: Courses in mathematical methods for scientists, quantum mechanics, and computational physics, emphasizing numerical techniques and wave phenomena.