Muhammad Zeeshan Shakir

Muhammad Zeeshan Shakir is a Professor in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Glasgow's College of Science and Engineering. With over 120 publications spanning from 2007 to present, his career demonstrates sustained research excellence in wireless communications and networking technologies. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, particularly in next-generation communication systems.

Professor Shakir's research interests focus on the cutting edge of wireless technology evolution. His work spans 5G/6G networks, non-terrestrial communications, Internet of Things, and machine learning applications in networking. Early in his career, he made significant contributions to cognitive radio and device-to-device communications, which laid the foundation for his current work on 6G architectures and non-terrestrial networks. His recent publications demonstrate a strategic expansion into AI-driven networking solutions, edge computing applications, and metaverse-enabling technologies. This research trajectory reflects both technical depth in wireless communications and adaptability to emerging technological paradigms.

His publication portfolio shows a consistent pattern of impactful contributions, with recent work analyzing trends in airborne networks, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, and multi-RAT selection in 5G/6G environments. These publications frequently address critical industry challenges including coverage extension, energy efficiency, and seamless connectivity across heterogeneous network environments. His work on emotion recognition at the edge and virtual metaverse environment development demonstrates expanding interdisciplinary reach.

Professor Shakir has successfully mentored numerous PhD students including Yusufu Gambo, Ifiok Anthony Umoren, and Cezar Anicai, whose research spans smart learning environments, energy trading in microgrids, and federated learning applications. His collaborative approach is evident through extensive co-authorship networks, particularly with researchers at University of Glasgow and international institutions.

His research has been supported through various grants focused on next-generation wireless systems, with particular emphasis on practical implementations that address real-world connectivity challenges. Current projects appear to focus on integrating AI with wireless infrastructure to create more adaptive, efficient, and user-centric communication systems.