Fernando Rodriguez-Morales

Fernando Rodriguez-Morales is an Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Kansas School of Engineering. His research specializes in high-frequency electronics for passive/active remote sensing, multi-spectral radar development, and miniaturization of radar components for cryospheric studies.

Research focuses on ultra-wideband radar systems for snow/ice measurements, including airborne instrumentation for Antarctic ice-penetrating radar and modular radar platforms. Key innovations involve dual-polarization antennas and reconfigurable front-end designs.

Recent publications emphasize radar hardware advancements for geophysical applications, particularly in polar environments. Collaborative projects include NASA Operation IceBridge and international Antarctic expeditions.