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Dr. Ivor Morrow is a Senior Lecturer at Cranfield University, affiliated with the Centre for Defence Engineering and Physical Science. He serves as the Academic and Technical Lead for the Centre for Antenna, Communications and Technology Innovation (CACTI) Hub, a collaborative initiative between Cranfield University and Milton Keynes University. His expertise lies in sensor technologies, space systems, and systems engineering, with a focus on advanced antenna design and electromagnetic systems.
His research spans a wide range of topics including 5G and terahertz space-based antennas, aerospace antenna systems, microwave imaging for ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic bandgap structures, frequency selective surfaces, and additive manufacturing of electromagnetic devices. He has led multiple funded projects such as CORREO (Conformal Retro Reflectors for Earth Observation) supported by the UK Space Agency, METAPOL (Metamaterial Surfaces for Antenna Polarisation Control) funded by MoD, and Pulpatronics – a startup grant for biodegradable RFIDs in 2024.
The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on antenna miniaturization, polarization control, metamaterial integration, and near-field microwave imaging. His work increasingly incorporates 3D printing and smart materials, reflecting a trend toward cost-effective, reconfigurable, and environmentally responsive RF systems. Applications span defense, humanitarian demining, smart cities, and Earth observation.
- LAPC Life Fellow award 2018
Ivor Morrow has served as a member of the EPSRC Peer Review Associate College since 2015 and held leadership roles in the IET Antennas and Propagation Professional Network, including Chairman from 2009–2013. He has advised numerous research students and supervised projects in areas such as retrodirective surfaces, reconfigurable antennas, and microwave imaging. His work is supported by grants from Find A Better Way Charity, EPSRC, UK Space Agency, MoD, Dstl, Roke Manor, and QinetiQ. He is actively involved in technology transfer and startup development, exemplified by the 2024 Pulpatronics grant.
He leads the CACTI Hub, which fosters collaboration in antenna innovation and communications technology. The hub supports research in smart infrastructure, space systems, and defense applications, integrating academic research with industrial and governmental partners.
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