Malcolm Macdonald

Eur Ing Malcolm Macdonald is a Professor of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. He serves as Director of the Applied Space Technology Laboratory (ApSTL) and the Centre for Signal and Image Processing (CeSIP). Additionally, he holds Visiting Professor roles at University College Dublin's Centre for Space Research and is Vice-Chair of the UK Space Agency's Space Technology Advisory Committee. His expertise spans space mission design, networked systems, and sustainable space technologies, with a focus on democratizing space data accessibility. He contributed to Scotland's first CubeSat and led initiatives like the Scottish Centre of Excellence in Satellite Applications (SoXSA).

Research interests include astrodynamics, swarm engineering, and Earth observation, leveraging systems engineering to address global challenges. Notable awards include the 2020 Copernicus Masters Transport Challenge and the 2024 CompleNet Best Poster Award. He advises on over 80 research projects, focusing on satellite constellations, offshore energy monitoring, and space debris mitigation. His work integrates multidisciplinary approaches, emphasizing resilience and innovation in space systems.

Labs and teams include ApSTL and CeSIP, where he leads a team of researchers and postgraduate students. Equipment resources include specialized drones and control systems for experimental validation. Collaborations span academia, industry, and government, driving advancements in space technology and policy.