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Joe LoVetri, Ph.D., P.Eng., is a Professor and Head of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on computational electromagnetics, microwave imaging, and inverse problems, with applications in biomedical and agricultural domains. He leads the Electromagnetic Imaging Laboratory (EIL), which develops advanced imaging systems for applications like grain monitoring and breast cancer detection. LoVetri teaches graduate and undergraduate courses including ECE 8200 (Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics) and ECE 7810 (Computational Electromagnetics).
Education:
- M.A. Phil. (2006), University of Manitoba
- Ph.D. E.E. (1991), University of Ottawa
- M.Sc. E.E. (1987), University of Manitoba
- B.Sc. E.E. (1984, with distinction), University of Manitoba
Research Interests: LoVetri's work spans microwave tomography, electromagnetic imaging techniques, optimization methods, and sensor systems for biomedical and agricultural safety. His lab's projects include the Electromagnetic Imaging Group Online Repository (EIGOR) for experimental scattering data and the development of multimodal imaging systems combining ultrasound and microwave technologies. Key areas include grain bin monitoring, breast cancer imaging, and the use of machine learning for image reconstruction.
Facilities & Equipment: The EIL is equipped with advanced instrumentation such as network analyzers, signal generators, and a resonant chamber system for high-precision measurements. Collaborations include funding from NSERC and Western Economic Diversification Canada.
Grants & Collaborations: Supported by grants from NSERC and industry partners, LoVetri's research bridges academia and practical applications, particularly in healthcare and agriculture. His lab's innovations include novel calibration methods and prior-information integration for imaging algorithms.
