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Dr. Luigi La Spada is a Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment. His academic journey includes a PostDoctoral Research Assistant position at Queen Mary University of London (2014-2017) and a Lecturer role at Coventry University (2017-2018). He is actively involved with multiple research groups including the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotic, Centre for Conservation and Restoration Science Engineering Research Group, and Centre for Cybersecurity, IoT and Cyberphysical Systems.
His educational background includes:
- Bachelor's and Master's degree (summa cum laude) in Electronics Engineering from University of RomaTre (2008, 2010)
- PhD in Electronic Engineering (Biomedical Electronics, Electromagnetics, and Telecommunications) from University of RomaTre and University of Pennsylvania (2011-2014)
Dr. La Spada's research spans metamaterials engineering, electromagnetic wave control, and advanced sensor development, with significant contributions to metasurface applications and nanoparticle technology. His work has expanded into AI applications for security systems, quantum cryptography for UAV communications, and medical diagnostics. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical electromagnetic concepts with practical engineering solutions across aerospace, healthcare, and agricultural technology sectors.
His publication record shows a clear evolution from fundamental electromagnetic research toward applied technologies, particularly in quantum-enhanced security systems, AI-driven biometrics, and medical applications of metamaterials. Recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between electromagnetic theory, quantum physics, and artificial intelligence, with increasing focus on practical implementations in aerospace, healthcare, and agricultural monitoring systems.
Dr. La Spada has received significant recognition for his research contributions:
- 2018 Advances in Engineering (AIE) 'key scientific contributor to excellence in science and engineering research'
- 2017 URSI Young Scientist Award (Canada)
- Finalist for 2017 IEEE Young Scientist Award
- 2016 ISAP Best Paper Award (Japan)
- 2015 EAI recognition for 'new technologies in telecommunications and sensing'
His research has received international scientific recognition and media coverage from CNN, CBS, Times, and Aspen Institute. Dr. La Spada currently supervises PhD student Nida Zeeshan on AI-based biometrics facial recognition. He has secured substantial research funding including a £184,194 European Commission grant for Intelligent Multi-Agent Robotic Systems (iMARS) and multiple Scottish Funding Council projects totaling over £74,000. His current grants span robotics, AI visual systems, medical device development (Airglove technology), and wireless power transfer.
Dr. La Spada is actively involved in the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotic and Centre for Cybersecurity, IoT and Cyberphysical Systems, where he contributes to developing innovative methods in AI, Robotics, IoT, and 5G technologies. His work connects theoretical electromagnetic concepts with practical applications in healthcare, aerospace, and security systems.
