Mohammad Jaleel Akhtar

Mohammad Jaleel Akhtar is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). His research focuses on advanced microwave engineering and RF technologies, with significant contributions to sensor development, imaging techniques, and stealth applications.

Educational Background:

• PhD (Dr. Ing), Ott-von-Guericke University of Magdeburg, Germany, 2003
• M.Eng., Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi
• B.Tech., Aligarh Muslim University

Dr. Akhtar's research interests span across RF sensors and non-destructive testing techniques, microwave imaging and remote testing, electromagnetic interference and compatibility (EMI/EMC) techniques, RF energy harvesting, functional materials based wideband microwave absorbers for stealth technology, microwave material interaction, UWB antennas, and high frequency plasmonic devices and applications. His work bridges theoretical concepts with practical applications in industrial sensing, defense technology, and wireless communication systems.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing innovative microwave and RF solutions for real-world problems. His work shows expertise in complementary split ring resonators, frequency selective surfaces, and nanocomposite materials for various applications including material testing, subsurface imaging, stealth technology, and RF energy harvesting.

Notable Awards and Recognitions:

• CST University publication award 2009 from CST AG, Germany
• Senior Member, IEEE
• Fellow, IETE
• Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) 2016 Award
• Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Award 2014
• Multiple awards at IEEE SIGHT Design Contests (2015)
• Member, IEEE IGARSS Scientific Committee since 2010
• Listed in Marquis Who's Who in the world and Marquis Who's Who in Science and Engineering

Dr. Akhtar has successfully mentored several students whose projects have received national recognition, including the Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Awards. His research group has developed applications for contamination detection in food products, microwave sensors for radome characterization, and RF energy scavengers for health monitoring.

He is associated with the Advanced Centre for Electronic Systems (ACES) at IIT Kanpur, where he conducts research on cutting-edge microwave and RF technologies with applications in defense, healthcare, and industrial monitoring systems.