Farzad Hayati

Farzad Hayati is an Assistant Professor in Opto-Electromechanical and PNT systems at the University of Birmingham, affiliated with the School of Engineering and Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering. He holds a PhD in Nano-Electronics and Physics from the University of Birmingham (2014) and a BEng in Electronics (2010) from the same institution. Prior to academia, he gained 6 years of industry experience as an embedded circuit designer and programmer.

Education:

• PhD in Nano-Electronics and Physics, University of Birmingham (2014)
• BEng (Hons) in Electronics, University of Birmingham (2010)
• Further education at Abacus College, Oxford (2007)
• Higher National Diploma in Mathematics and Physics (2000)

Research Interests: Focuses on quantum sensing, PNT systems, marine and underwater sensing, embedded systems, and ultra-low noise electronics. His work bridges practical engineering with academic research, including collaborations with the UK National Quantum Technology Hub in Sensors and Timing and industry partners.

Publications: Recent work includes advancements in quantum gravity sensors, compact magneto-optical traps for UAVs, and applications in civil infrastructure analysis. His research emphasizes transitioning quantum technologies from lab to field, with notable contributions to gravity gradiometry and aerospace payload design.

Grants and Collaborations: Collaborated on the world’s first quantum gravity gradiometer field demonstration (2018) and leads interdisciplinary projects with civil engineering and physics departments. Supervises PhD students in opto-electromechanical systems and PNT applications.

Labs and Teams: Member of the Sonar and Acoustic Research Group (2014–2018) and currently part of the UK National Quantum Technology Hub for Sensors and Metrology. Engages in cross-disciplinary initiatives to commercialize quantum sensors.