Danick Briand is a Senior Scientist at the Soft Transducers Laboratory within the Microsystems for Space Applications Group (LMTS) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). His work focuses on MEMS and Microsystems for environmentally friendly technology , integrating flexible and printed electronics with applications in energy harvesting , smart sensing systems , and advanced gas sensing . Research Themes : Environmental sensors using microsystem technology Green microtechnologies and micromanufacturing Ultra-low energy MEMS Energy-saving and harvesting systems Recent Publications : Developed transient biodegradable sensors and microwave sensing technologies using printed and degradable materials Explored flexible piezoelectric systems and wearable sweat analyzers for biomedical applications Advanced inkjet-printed biosensors and eco-friendly fabrication methods Labs & Collaborations : Soft Transducers Laboratory (EPFL) Laboratory for Microsystems (LMTS)
Dr. Scott Chen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McMaster University, where he focuses on teaching and research in embedded systems, RF technologies, and biomedical sensors. He previously held roles as a lecturer at the University of Waterloo and program coordinator at Conestoga College, alongside industry experience in embedded systems engineering and sensor development. Education: B.A.Sc. (Simon Fraser University, 2007) and Ph.D. (University of Waterloo, 2015), followed by a MITAC postdoctoral fellowship. His industry experience includes roles at Thalmic Labs/North, Sober Steering Sensors, and Equustek Solutions. Research interests span embedded systems for IoT, RF biomedical sensors, cleanroom micro/nano-fabrication, and game design in Unity. Notable achievements include a 2018 US patent for ethanol sensing technologies and a 2021 teaching award nomination. Current courses taught include Principles of Programming (COMPENG 2SH4), Data Structures and Algorithms (COMPENG 2SI3), and Introduction to Electrical Engineering (ELECENG 2CI4). Awards: US Patent 9,958,444B2 (2018), nominated for Aubrey Hagar Distinguished Teaching Award (2021). His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications in wearable sensors, quantum computing components, and interdisciplinary engineering solutions.
Anja Skrivervik is a Full Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), holding multiple key academic positions across the institution. She serves as a Full Professor in the School of Engineering (STI) within the Electromagnetics and Antennas group, as Director of the Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program, and as a Full Professor in multiple teaching units including EDEE, SEL, and EDMI. Her extensive institutional affiliations demonstrate her significant leadership role within EPFL's engineering and educational frameworks. Professor Skrivervik's research spans multiple cutting-edge domains in electromagnetic engineering with a particular focus on antenna design for specialized applications. Her work prominently features implantable medical devices, where she develops antennas and wireless power transfer systems for deep-body bioelectronics. She has made significant contributions to mm-Wave technology, particularly in multibeam systems for 5G applications and wireless power transfer. Her research also encompasses tissue phantom development for electromagnetic characterization, with recent work on biodegradable alternatives to traditional materials. The interdisciplinary nature of her work bridges electrical engineering, biomedical applications, and materials science. An analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on solving practical challenges in antenna design for constrained environments. Her work shows particular strength in optimizing antenna performance for implantable medical devices, where size, efficiency, and biocompatibility present unique challenges. She has developed novel approaches to beamsteering, mutual coupling reduction, and RF radiation modeling specifically tailored for medical applications. Her contributions to tissue phantom development represent an important methodological advancement for testing and validating implantable devices. As Director of the Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program and through her multiple professorial appointments, Professor Skrivervik plays a central role in shaping graduate education at EPFL. Her leadership extends to serving on the Doctoral Commission, where she helps set standards and policies for doctoral education across the institution. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available materials, her extensive publication record across top journals and conferences suggests successful funding of her research activities. Her work appears to be conducted within EPFL's Electromagnetics and Antennas group (SCI STI AS), which likely houses specialized laboratories for antenna measurement, electromagnetic simulation, and biomedical device testing. The focus on tissue phantoms and implantable devices suggests dedicated facilities for biomedical electromagnetic testing, while her mm-Wave and 5G research indicates capabilities in high-frequency measurement and characterization.
Andy Shih is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) in Montreal, Canada. He holds a B.Eng. and M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from McGill University and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His research is conducted at the LaCIME (Communications and Microelectronic Integration Laboratory), where he focuses on innovative materials and advanced manufacturing. Dr. Shih's research interests span organic semiconductor devices, microfabrication & nanofabrication, printed and flexible electronics, sustainable electronic materials, organic transistors and sensors, soft MEMS, AI-enhanced sensing, and biomedical monitoring technologies. His work bridges materials science, electrical engineering, and biomedical applications, with particular emphasis on developing smart bandages, printed sensors, and flexible electronics for healthcare monitoring. His publications reveal a strong focus on organic electronics, sensor development, and biomedical applications, with increasing integration of AI techniques for sensor enhancement and data analysis. Dr. Shih teaches courses including Electromagnetism (ELE312), Microsystem Fabrication Processes (ELE676), and Photovoltaic Solar Energy Systems (ENR889). His supervision portfolio includes numerous doctoral and master's students working on diverse projects spanning printed electronics, MEMS, sensor development, AI applications in sensing, and photovoltaic systems. His research has resulted in multiple patents related to thin-film transistors, acoustic resonators, and sensor technologies.
Johan Sidén is a Lecturer and Associate Professor at Mid Sweden University , employed in the Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering (DET) . His work focuses on RFID technology , antenna design , and printed/flexible electronics , with a particular emphasis on industrial IoT and welfare technology applications. Research Keywords : Radio Frequency Identification, Antenna Design, Flexible Electronics, Wireless Sensor Networks, Microwave Engineering, Electronic Design Key Projects : DRIVEN (data-driven industrial transformation), SmartArea (functional surfaces), Pressure (ulcer monitoring), MakeSense! (welfare technology) Publications : 15+ recent works on wearable antennas, smart packaging, UWB antenna design, and RFID sensor integration Collaborations include partnerships with industrial and academic institutions, focusing on sustainable electronics, sensor systems, and smart infrastructure. His technical expertise spans antenna optimization , printed circuits , and edge computing for harsh environments.
Ali Lalbakhsh is a Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at Macquarie University College, specializing in engineering education and antenna design. He focuses on fostering a growth mindset among students in the Diploma of Engineering program, emphasizing engagement, confidence-building, and real-world application. His teaching strategies have significantly improved student attendance, assignment submission rates, and satisfaction. He redesigned curricula for units like WENG1000 and WENG1050, incorporating scaffolded learning, peer feedback, and industry-inspired projects. His research spans metamaterials, 3D-printed antennas, and microwave engineering, with over 50 publications in top journals and conferences. He led students to national recognition in the D.Start 2022 innovation program and co-authored peer-reviewed papers with students. His work bridges educational innovation and cutting-edge antenna technology. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (Implied by publication track) Research Interests: Ali’s research focuses on advancing antenna technologies through metamaterials, 3D printing, and AI-driven design. He explores applications in satellite communications, 5G, and IoT systems. His work addresses challenges in beam steering, bandwidth optimization, and low-profile antenna design. Recent projects include phase-modulation metasurfaces for satellite antennas and AI-enhanced impedance matching structures. Awards: 2023 Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Award (Student Nominated) Student Impact: Ali mentors students in research projects, leading to publications and innovation awards. His pedagogical approach emphasizes one-on-one feedback and goal-setting, enabling students to achieve beyond expectations. Collaborative projects with students have resulted in journal papers and national competitions. Labs/Teams: Active in Macquarie University’s engineering research groups focused on antenna design and educational technology.
Professor Sankar Bhattacharya is a distinguished academic at Monash University's Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. His career spans industry roles in India, Thailand, Australia, and France, followed by an academic focus on advanced coal and biomass utilization, gasification, biofuels, and catalysis. He leads a research group of 16 PhD students and two research fellows, having supervised 12 PhD completions. His work contributes to UN SDGs related to affordable and clean energy, industry innovation, and climate action. Research focuses on gasification of coal/biomass/algae, liquid fuels from brown coal, and CO₂ utilization. He advises Japan's METI on clean coal and the IEA's Cleaner Fossil Fuels program. Awards include Fellow of the Australian Institute of Energy and membership in the American Chemical Society. Key projects include leadership in ARC Research Hubs for carbon waste valorization and battery recycling. His 240+ publications span catalysis, energy systems, and waste-to-value technologies. Research highlights include catalyst development for hydrogen production, critical metal recovery from coal ash, and ammonia fuel cell innovations. Teaching commitments include courses on energy-environmental systems and biorefinery processes. Collaborations span global institutions, emphasizing sustainable energy solutions and circular economies.
Iain Collings is a Professor in the School of Engineering at Macquarie University (since 2014), where he has served as Head of Department and Deputy Dean of School. He holds a PhD in Systems Engineering from the Australian National University (1995). Prior roles include nine years at CSIRO (Deputy Chief of Division, Research Program Leader) and academic positions at the Universities of Melbourne and Sydney. His research focuses on wireless communications, particularly MIMO systems, adaptive multiuser networks, and antenna design. He has published over 300 papers and pioneered technologies central to modern mobile and indoor wireless systems. Recent work includes contributions to mm-wave communication, satellite IoT networks, and chipless RFID sensing. Collings leads the Future Communications Research Centre and chairs the Australian Communications Theory Workshop steering committee. He is an IEEE Fellow, Australian Academy of Science member, and Associate Editor for Sensors . His YouTube channel (80k+ subscribers) promotes engineering education, and he recently published an educational paper on solutions-based learning at the AAEE Conference. Awards: Neville Thiele (2009), Stephen O. Rice (2011), multiple teaching excellence awards (2020-2022) Grants/Projects: ARC grants DP23 (mm-wave networks), LP20 (satellite IoT), and industry collaborations on robotics and implant chip manufacturing He actively advises on national research policy via the ARC National Intelligence Grant panel and chairs the NCICS committee for Information and Communication Sciences.
Ricardo Izquierdo is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), where he holds a prominent position as Director of the LACIME (Communications and Microelectronic Integration Laboratory). He earned his B.Ing., M.Sc.A., and Ph.D. in Physics Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields, with a focus on printed electronics, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy systems. Department: Department of Electrical Engineering Research Laboratories: LACIME (Director), ÉDÉ Sustainable Energy Laboratory Office: A-2475 Email: ricardo.izquierdo@etsmtl.ca Professor Izquierdo's research interests center on micro- and nanosystems (MEMS/NEMS), nanotechnology, printed electronics, biosensors, organic solar cells, and embedded systems for sports equipment. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in healthcare, environmental monitoring, and sustainable energy. He has developed innovative approaches to printed flexible sensors, photonic curing techniques for solar cells, and graphene-based materials for gas sensing applications. An analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on printed flexible electronics for sensing applications, advanced photonic curing techniques for perovskite solar cells, and novel materials for energy applications. His work demonstrates a consistent trend toward developing practical, manufacturable solutions that address real-world challenges in healthcare monitoring, environmental sensing, and renewable energy conversion. Professor Izquierdo has received significant recognition through his extensive publication record, with numerous articles in high-impact journals including ACS Omega, Nanomaterials, and IEEE Sensors Journal. His research has practical applications in smart packaging, wearable health monitoring, and sustainable energy systems. He actively supervises a large cohort of graduate students across multiple project types including doctoral theses, master's theses, applied projects, and industry interventions. His students work on cutting-edge topics such as printed temperature and pH sensors, perovskite solar cells, microfluidic biosensors, and graphene-based gas sensors. His research has attracted funding for projects related to printed electronics, sustainable energy systems, and biomedical applications. As Director of LACIME, Professor Izquierdo leads a research group focused on six key areas: functional materials, micro- and nanofabrication processes, integrated circuit design, hybrid components fabrication, photonic and electronic microsystems, and signal processing and communication. The laboratory serves as a hub for innovation in printed electronics and microsystem technologies.
Iain Collings is a Professor in the School of Engineering at Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia since 2014. He previously held roles as Head of Department and Deputy Dean of School. With a PhD in Systems Engineering from the Australian National University (1995), he spent nine years at CSIRO in leadership roles such as Deputy Chief of Division and Theme Leader, followed by academic positions at the Universities of Melbourne and Sydney. His research focuses on wireless communications, including MIMO systems, satellite communications, and millimeter-wave technologies. He has published over 350 papers and co-founded the Australian Communications Theory Workshop (AusCTW). Awards include the Engineers Australia Neville Thiele Award (2009), IEEE Stephen O. Rice Award (2011), and multiple teaching excellence awards. Education: PhD in Systems Engineering, Australian National University (1995) Previous academic and research roles at CSIRO, University of Melbourne, and University of Sydney Research Interests: Pioneering contributions to adaptive multiple-user and antenna systems in wireless communications, including MIMO, satellite networks, IoT, UAV communications, and RFID technologies. His work bridges fundamental research, prototype development, and education through channels with over 80,000 YouTube subscribers. Recent Projects: DP23: Enabling wide-area mm-wave mobile broadband networks (2023–2025) LP20: Scaling Up Satellite Communications for IoT (2021–2024) Advanced Satellite Communications for High-Rate Service Delivery (2020) Publications: Over 350 papers, with recent focuses on UAV-based IoT data collection, satellite IoT feasibility, and mm-wave beamforming. His YouTube channel provides educational content viewed over 7 million times. Awards and Roles: Fellow of IEEE Member of Australian Academy of Science's National Committee for Information and Communication Sciences Associate Editor for Sensors and IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications
Jayakrishnan M. Purushothama is an Assistant Professor in the Microwave and Antenna Engineering Research Group at Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering and Physical Sciences since March 2023. Previously, he held roles including Post-Doctoral Researcher (2019–2021) and Ph.D. scholar (2016–2019) at Université Grenoble Alpes, and Research Fellow (2014–2016) at Cochin University of Science and Technology. Education: B.Sc. (Electronics) & M.Sc. (Electronics Science), Mahatma Gandhi University & Cochin University of Science and Technology (2012–2014), both with first rank honours. Ph.D. (RF and Microwave Electronics Engineering), Université Grenoble Alpes (2019). Research interests focus on microwave antennas, beamforming, chipless RFID systems, CBRAM-based RF switches, medical biosensors, and electromagnetic compatibility. His work emphasizes reconfigurable systems, energy efficiency, and non-volatile memory applications in passive devices. Awards include the URSI Young Scientist Award (2020), 4th Prize in URSI Student Competition (2018), and UGC NET/JRF qualification (top 0.6% in 2013). Grants include ERC-funded ScattererID project (2019–2021) developing CBRAM-based RF switches. His lab explores innovations in antenna engineering, RF materials, and wearable electronics. Key contributions include reconfigurable antennas, low-cost RFID tags, and metamaterial-based shielding solutions.
Dr. Muhammad Faeyz Karim is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University, with a faculty affiliation at the Texas A&M Energy Institute. His expertise spans microwave engineering, quantum photonics, and wireless systems. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Nanyang Technological University (2008), an MBA from Lancaster University (2012), and advanced degrees in Communication Engineering and Electrical Engineering. His research focuses on microwave/mmWave radar, wireless power transfer, quantum optics, and metamaterials. Key applications include bio-sensing, non-destructive testing (NDT), and energy harvesting. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award at the 2004 Asia Pacific Conference and nominations for the Nanyang Education Award (2020/2021). Dr. Karim leads the MiWiRa Lab, advancing radar, wireless, and microwave technologies for healthcare monitoring and industrial applications. His work emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, with recent breakthroughs in quantum photonic chips for secure communication and AI-driven sensor systems. Publications span high-impact journals like Science Advances , Nature Communications , and ACS Photonics . Labs/Teams: MiWiRa Lab (Microwave, Wireless, and Radar Research) Grants: Active funding in quantum photonics, mmWave systems, and energy harvesting (details not specified) Teaching: Courses in engineering technology and industrial distribution
Fatemeh Babaeian is a Research Fellow in the Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering at Monash University. She holds a PhD from Monash University (2016–2020), focusing on advanced electromagnetic systems. Her expertise spans applied electromagnetics, high-power microwave systems, RF sensing, antenna design, and signal processing, with notable contributions to chipless RFID technologies and cascaded oscillator modeling. Research interests include high-power RF systems, antenna-oscillator interaction modeling, and innovative RFID applications for sensor networks and secure communications. Her work addresses challenges in microwave engineering, terahertz systems, and inverse scattering problems, leveraging hybrid optimization algorithms and metamaterial principles. Fatemeh has published over 29 peer-reviewed articles, including seminal works on switched oscillator performance evaluation and phase shifter designs. She received the Postgraduate Publications Award (2020) for her impactful contributions. Current research emphasizes antenna-circuit co-design methodologies and high-data-capacity RFID systems for emerging IoT and industrial applications. Collaborations span global institutions, with active projects in high-power microwave systems, THz antenna arrays, and orientation-insensitive RFID tag innovations. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary research bridging electromagnetic theory and practical engineering solutions.
Alessandra Sutti is an Associate Professor at Deakin University's Institute for Frontier Materials , focusing on polymers, textiles, and sustainable material solutions. Her work bridges industry collaboration with environmental stewardship, particularly through microplastics research and STEM education initiatives. PhD in Materials Science from Universita' degli Studi di Parma (2007) Active in Australian Research Council-funded projects and industry partnerships
Syed Muzahir Abbas serves as an Adjunct Professor at Macquarie University's School of Engineering, specializing in advanced antenna systems and wireless technologies. His research bridges materials science and electrical engineering with a focus on practical applications in telecommunications and sensor networks. Dr. Abbas's primary research interests span antenna engineering with particular expertise in 5G/mm-wave antennas, wearable and flexible antenna systems, carbon nanotube and graphene applications, metamaterials, and IoT sensor technologies. His work consistently explores the intersection of novel materials and electromagnetic design to solve real-world communication challenges. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward practical applications of advanced materials in wireless systems, particularly focusing on flexible electronics for IoT applications, enhanced RFID technologies, and specialized antenna designs for satellite and body-area networks. His research demonstrates significant collaboration with industry partners and other academic institutions. Dr. Abbas actively supervises graduate research, inviting potential Masters and PhD students to contact him regarding research opportunities in antenna engineering and wireless communication systems.
