Reflectarray/Transmitarray Antennas Professors and Supervisors

Gert Frølund PedersenView profile

Professor

Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Gert Frølund Pedersen is a Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems , Aalborg University , within the Technical Faculty of IT and Design . His research focuses on antennas, propagation, and millimeter-wave systems. He leads projects like DRONES (30 million DKK from Innovationsfonden) for drone-based electromagnetic signature analysis and EcoSurf6G for energy-efficient reconfigurable surfaces in 6G networks. With over 758 research outputs and 21 PhD students supervised, he contributes extensively to wireless communication advancements. Antenna Engineering Millimeter-Wave Systems Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces Deep Learning in Antenna Design His recent work emphasizes millimeter-wave IoT applications , UWB propagation channels , and 5G/6G antenna arrays . Publications highlight innovations in transmitarray antennas , liquid crystal polarization control , and metasurface design using AI. His research spans from fundamental electromagnetic safety to cutting-edge wireless infrastructure. Notable awards include Best Reading Paper of the Issue (IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, 2020), ESI Highly Cited Paper (2019), and Ridder af Dannebrog (2021). He frequently engages with media to address public concerns about mobilstråling (mobile radiation) and its safety.

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Nima GhalichechianView profile

Associate Professor

Georgia Institute of TechnologyUnited States

Nima Ghalichechian is an Associate Professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology. He leads the mmWave Antennas and Arrays Laboratory, focusing on millimeter-wave phased arrays, reconfigurable antennas, and phase-change materials. His work spans high-power arrays, 5G/6G systems, and advanced measurement techniques. Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology (2001), M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Maryland-College Park (2005, 2007). Prior to Georgia Tech, he held roles at Formfactor Inc., Ohio State University (OSU), and the ElectroScience Laboratory. Research interests include mmWave antennas, reconfigurable components, on-chip integration, and nonlinear materials like vanadium dioxide. His lab develops solutions for harsh environments, high-frequency communication systems, and energy-efficient designs. Notable achievements include the 2024 Roger Webb Outstanding Junior Faculty Award, NSF CAREER Award (2019), and multiple industry collaborations. He serves as an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Antennas & Propagation and leads Georgia Tech’s Georgia Electronic Design Center (GEDC).

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Carlos António Cardoso FernandesView profile

Professor

University of LisbonPortugal

Carlos António Cardoso Fernandes is a Full Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (DEEC) at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon, and a Senior Researcher at the Instituto de Telecomunicações (IT). He is the Thematic Line Coordinator for Wireless Technologies and leads the Antennas and Propagation Group. His research focuses on millimeter-wave antennas, metamaterials, medical microwave imaging, and satellite systems, with applications in IoT, body-area networks, and environmental monitoring. Education and Career: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, IST (1990) Agregação (Habilitation), IST (2002) Full Professor since 2006 Past Vice-President of DEEC (2003–2004) Past Board Member of IT (2009–2024) Research Interests: Millimeter-wave antennas for 5G/6G and satellite communications Metamaterials for lens antennas and superlensing Medical microwave imaging for cancer screening RFID/UWB antennas for IoT and localization Radiowave propagation in complex environments Publications & Impact: Over 400 peer-reviewed papers (including 100+ journal articles), 6,000+ citations, and an h-index of 44. Key contributions include patents on antennas for medical imaging and satellite systems, and leadership in EU/ESA projects like ISTSat-1 (CubeSat mission). Awards & Recognition: Lifetime Achievement Award by PTSpace (2024) Prémio UTL/Santander Totta (2011) Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists (Stanford University, 2023/2024) Correspondent Member, Lisbon Academy of Sciences Students & Mentorship: Supervisor of 12 PhD and nearly 50 MSc students, with topics ranging from antenna design to medical imaging systems.

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Peng MeiView profile

Assistant Professor

Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Peng Mei is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University. His expertise lies in antenna engineering, metamaterials, and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces. He holds a Ph.D. in Wireless Communications from Aalborg University (2021), M.Eng. and B.Eng. from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC). Notable roles include Session Chair at IEEE-APS APWC 2019, PIERS 2022, and ISAP 2022, as well as editorial roles in IEEE Open Journal of Antennas and Propagation and Sensors. His research focuses on transmitarrays, reflectarrays, and millimeter-wave systems. Education: B.Eng. (2015): Electromagnetic Fields and Wireless Technology, UESTC M.Eng. (2018): Electromagnetic Fields and Microwave Technology, UESTC Ph.D. (2021): Wireless Communications, Aalborg University Research Interests: Periodic structures and metamaterials Reflectarray/transmitarray antennas Multibeam millimeter-wave antennas Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) Key Achievements: Recipient of 2025 IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society Young Professional Ambassador Listed as World Top 2% Scientists (2023-2024) Three-time Top Reviewer of IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation Recipient of UESTC's highest student honor (2017) Editorial and Academic Roles: Guest Editor, IEEE Open Journal of Antennas and Propagation (2023–present) Guest Editor, Sensors Journal (2022–2024) Best Paper Competition Co-Chair, iWAT 2023 Labs and Projects: EcoSurf6G: Energy-efficient RIS for 6G millimeter-wave communications (2024) Collaborations with institutions like Université de Rennes (2019 visit)

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Qi LuoView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of HertfordshireUnited Kingdom

Dr Qi Luo is a Senior Lecturer in Radio-Frequency Engineering at the School of Physics, Engineering & Computer Science, University of Hertfordshire, UK. He holds a PhD in Telecommunications from the University of Porto and an MSc in Data Communications from the University of Sheffield. His career spans roles as a Research Fellow at Surrey Space Centre and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Kent, where he currently serves as a Visiting Senior Research Fellow. Education: PhD (Universidade do Porto), MSc (University of Sheffield) Collaborations: European Commission, British Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, global industry partners Editorial Roles: Associate Editor for IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Letters and IEEE Access Dr Luo’s research focuses on advanced antenna technologies for next-generation wireless systems. He specializes in: Smart antennas and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) Phased arrays, reflectarrays, and transmitarrays Electrically small and circularly polarized antennas Metasurfaces for beamforming and signal enhancement Millimeter-wave and terahertz antenna design Antenna miniaturization for mobile and implantable devices Recent publications highlight trends in terahertz metasurfaces, dual-frequency antenna design, and phased array performance optimization. His work addresses challenges in high-efficiency wireless power transfer for medical implants and hybrid RIS architectures for beyond-5G communications. Current Projects: High-efficiency wireless power transfer for implanted medical devices TERRAMETA: Terahertz reconfigurable metasurfaces for ultra-high-rate communications Millimetre-wave array antennas for mobile handsets Hybrid RIS hardware and signal processing frameworks Dr Luo actively mentors PhD students and collaborates with international academic and industrial partners. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and contributes to peer review for leading journals and conferences.

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Paola PirinoliView profile

Professor

Polytechnic University of TurinItaly

Paola Pirinoli is a Full Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) at the Polytechnic University of Turin . Her research focuses on antennas, computational electromagnetics, and innovative optimization techniques , with a particular emphasis on reflectarray and transmitarray antennas . She has contributed to high-frequency communication technology and millimeter wave applications , aligning with the ERC PE7 sectors and UN SDG Goal 9 . Research Leadership : Leads the Applied Electromagnetics research group, specializing in planar reflectarrays and smart electromagnetic skins . Supervised Students : Mentors Owais Khan , Francesco Lattanzio , and Shahid Ayaz in the Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering PhD program. Key Awards : URSI Young Scientist Award (1998) Giorgio Barzilai Award (1998) Best AP2000 Oral Paper on Antennas Prize (2000) Patents : Holds international patents for Satellite antenna using a planar reflector and Electromagnetic wave propagation in sinusoidally modulated dielectrics .

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Nader BehdadView profile

Professor

University of Wisconsin-MadisonUnited States

Nader Behdad is the McFarland-Bascom Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His expertise spans applied electromagnetics, with a focus on electrically small antennas, phased arrays, and microwave medical applications. He holds 23 U.S. patents and has advised 29 PhD students, 15 M.S. students, and 33 postdoctoral researchers. His work is supported by agencies like the U.S. Navy, Air Force, and NSF. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan (2006) M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan (2003) B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology (2000) Research Interests: Dr. Behdad’s work addresses challenges in high-power microwaves, bio-electromagnetics, and antenna design. His innovations include novel phased-array architectures, multipactor suppression techniques, and reconfigurable antenna systems. Recent projects emphasize overcoming theoretical limits in antenna performance through non-linear systems and switched-mode topologies. Key Awards: 2025 John Kraus Antenna Award (IEEE) 2021 H. A. Wheeler Prize Paper Award (IEEE) 2011 NSF CAREER Award 2008 URSI Young Scientist Award Advising & Grants: Supervised over 50 students and secured funding exceeding $10M from federal agencies. Current research focuses on high-power microwave systems, beamforming innovations, and biomedical applications of electromagnetic fields. Labs/Teams: Leads the UW-Madison Antenna Research Group, collaborating with institutions like the Naval Research Laboratory and industry partners on advanced antenna and microwave technologies.

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Ari SihvolaView profile

Professor

Aalto UniversityFinland

Ari Sihvola is a Professor in the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering. He is currently serving as President of the International Union of Radio Science (URSI) for the 2023–2026 term, highlighting his global leadership in electromagnetics research. Doctoral Degree, Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1987) Licentiate Degree, Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1984) Master's Degree, Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1981) His research focuses on electromagnetic theory, complex and anisotropic media, metamaterials, plasmonics, dielectric materials, and radar applications. He also contributes to the history and pedagogy of electrical engineering, organizing sessions and publishing on education in electromagnetics. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in sensing, antennas, and nanophotonics. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on advanced antenna systems (e.g., transmitarrays, reflectarrays), electromagnetic modeling of nanoparticles, plasmonic resonances, and non-Hermitian electromagnetic media. These works span disciplines including microwave engineering, optical physics, and materials science, with consistent innovation in functional electromagnetic materials and devices. His scientific honors include: Fellow, IEEE (2006) Member of the Finnish Academy of Sciences and Letters (2007) Honorary Doctorate (2018) Espoo Ambassador (2014) Oppikirjapalkinto Teknillinen korkeakoulu (2000) Ari Sihvola has supervised 9 theses and has been deeply involved in academic service, including editorial board memberships, conference organization (e.g., Progress in Electromagnetics Research Symposium), and evaluation of professorships and funding applications. He has hosted international scholars and contributed to scientific policy and advisory roles. His research is supported by extensive collaboration across Europe and beyond, as seen in his network of co-authors and shared datasets. He leads the Ari Sihvola Group at Aalto University, which focuses on electromagnetic materials and metamaterials. The group engages in both theoretical and computational research, with datasets published on platforms like figshare, particularly on the electromagnetic properties of anisotropic nanoparticles. The team collaborates with experts in nanomaterials, optics, and computational physics.

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Shuai ZhangView profile

Professor

Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Shuai Zhang is a Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Aalborg University, Denmark. His research focuses on antennas and electromagnetics, including large antennas for base stations/satellites, small antennas for mobile devices, metasurfaces for 6G, and bio-electromagnetics for EMF exposure analysis. Key research areas: Millimeter-wave systems, MIMO arrays, metasurfaces, and bio-electromagnetics. Recent projects: DRONES (2024-2028), Novel Mechatronic Control for RIS (2023-2026), and EcoSurf6G (2024). His article trends emphasize millimeter-wave innovations, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), 5G/6G wireless systems, and bio-electromagnetics. Notable collaborations include partnerships with Luxembourg University and Huawei Sweden. Scientific Awards: AAIA Fellow (2025) IEEE Fellow (2025) IEEE Young Professional Ambassador (2022) Top Reviewer, IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation (2021) ESI Highly Cited Paper (2021) Advisory & Grants: Supervised 12 PhD students and led 16 projects totaling 2008–2025, including Enhancing mmWave Transmission Through Gorilla Glass (2021–2024) and EcoSurf6G (2024). Funding sources include industrial partners like Sony and Luxembourg National Research Fund. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Antennas, Propagation and Millimeter-Wave Systems group, contributing to global network collaborations and electromagnetic fingerprint analysis.

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Lehu WenView profile

Lecturer

Brunel University LondonUnited Kingdom

Dr. Lehu Wen is a Lecturer in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Brunel University London, affiliated with the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. He completed his Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering at the University of Kent in 2020. His research focuses on advanced antenna and array designs for wireless communication systems, including metamaterial antennas, metasurface antennas, reflectarray/transmitarray systems, tightly coupled arrays, dual/circular polarization techniques, and mobile terminal antennas. Current work emphasizes wideband performance, polarization reconfigurability, and SAR reduction for mobile applications. Recent publications highlight innovations in dual-polarized vehicular base stations, filtering antennas with integrated analysis, and conformal arrays for wireless power transfer. He has contributed to IEEE journals and conferences as both author and guest editorial chair. Best Student Paper Award, ISAP2019 1/10 Best Conference Paper, iWAT 2022 Best Paper Award (Flash), IEEE MTTS IWS2023 Dr. Wen actively supervises research in wireless antenna technologies and seeks PhD candidates with MSc backgrounds, particularly those funded by government scholarships.

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Lei WangView profile

Associate Professor

Lancaster UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr. Lei Wang is an Associate Professor at the School of Engineering, Lancaster University, UK , since 2024. His career spans multiple prestigious institutions including Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Hamburg University of Technology. He is an IEEE Senior Member and has secured substantial research funding in millimeter-wave and THz technology. Research Focus: Antenna theory, integrated arrays, OAM waves, and wireless propagation for 5G/6G and IoT applications. Recent Grants: Sony Research Award, EPSRC ECR International Collaboration Grant, European Space Agency ITT, Innovate UK Quantum CR&D. Scientific Recognition: Sony Research Award (2025) EuCAP-2023 Best Theory & Design Antenna Paper UCET-2020 Best Paper Award iWAT-2018 Best Poster Award Academic Contributions: Supervised award-winning students in IWS-2023, UCMMT-2022, and APS-2021. His research is supported by the Engineering of Microwaves, Terahertz and Light (E-MIT) group at Lancaster University.

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