Dr. Anwar Ali is a Lecturer in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Swansea University's Bay Campus, affiliated with the School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. He holds an M.S. in Electronic Engineering (2010) and a Ph.D. in Electronic and Communication Engineering (2014) from Politecnico di Torino, Italy. His research focuses on: Power electronic converters and conditioning systems Embedded systems for aerospace applications Analog/mixed-signal circuit design Satellite technologies including power management Attitude determination and control systems Thermal modeling of aerospace systems Dr. Ali has authored over 50 publications with recent works concentrated in satellite power systems, thermal analysis of spacecraft, machine learning applications in healthcare/robotics, and energy harvesting techniques. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in small satellite technologies and cross-disciplinary applications of electrical engineering principles. He currently supervises PhD projects on: Wireless power transfer for implantable medical devices Integrated power and attitude control optimization for small spacecraft and teaches modules including Analogue Design, Software Engineering, Embedded System Design, and Integrated Circuit Design.
Dr. Sunday Ekpo is a Senior Lecturer in Electrical & Electronic Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), UK. He holds multiple advanced qualifications, including a PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and certifications such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). His research focuses on Communication and Space Systems Engineering, with expertise in 5G/6G networks, satellite-cellular convergence, RF engineering, and IoT applications. He leads projects on energy-efficient wireless systems, additive manufacturing for electronics, and smart sensor development. Education: BEng (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering MSc in Communication Engineering MA in Higher Education PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Research Interests: RF and microwave transceiver design Satellite communication subsystems Energy harvesting for IoT AI-driven signal processing Smart sensor systems Awards: Best Paper Award (2023) Best Overall Powerhours (British Council) Huawei’s Influential Thinkers Award (2019) Grants & Projects: £1.3m+ external grants secured Lead on Sony-funded Spresense-managed drone connectivity projects SmOp Cleantech collaborations on green wireless systems UK Space Agency and 6G policy advisory roles Labs & Teams: Leads the Advanced Electronic Design, Communication and Space Systems Engineering teams, and chairs international conferences like the Adaptive and Sustainable Science, Engineering and Technology (ASSET) series.
Dr. Alpha Bah is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), School of Electrical and Data Engineering, where he has been employed since 2019. He holds appointments as Senior Research Fellow (March 2022-present), Post Doctoral Research Fellow (December 2019-February 2022), and Research Associate (February-December 2019). He is also a member of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Global Big Data Technologies Centre (GBDTC), and the School of Electrical and Data Engineering at UTS. Dr. Bah completed his PhD at UTS in 2019, following an MEng from Queensland University of Technology in 2013. His academic journey represents a transition from 17 years of industry experience in telecommunications (1998-2015) at companies including Optus, Telstra, Xstrata, and Thiess, where he gained extensive hands-on experience in network design, installation, and project management. His research focuses on advanced antenna technologies, particularly wideband antenna arrays, metamaterial-enhanced antennas, and RF subsystems. Dr. Bah is recognized as a pioneer in wideband antenna arrays in Australia and a worldwide expert in this field. His work spans theoretical design, fabrication, and extensive measurement of RF subsystems and antennas in both near and far fields, with expertise in electromagnetic simulation software including Ansys HFSS, CST, and ADS. Analysis of Dr. Bah's publication record reveals a consistent focus on enabling wideband operation and wide-angle scanning capabilities in antenna arrays. His research demonstrates innovative approaches to metasurface applications, impedance matching, and feed network design across multiple frequency bands. The publications show a progression from fundamental balun and feed network designs to sophisticated array implementations with exceptional scanning capabilities and bandwidth performance. Multifunction Aperture (MFA) Program funding in collaboration with DSTG Australian Postgraduate Award CSIRO flagship top up scholarship Space Environment Research Centre industry scholarship Reconfigurable Ultrawideband Tightly Coupled Arrays grant CSIRO post graduate top up scholarship Dr. Bah serves as Lead Engineer and Chief Investigator for a highly sensitive multiparty defense project involving 5 universities, 4 industry partners, and the Commonwealth of Australia, which has secured over $3 million in funding for UTS. He is available for Masters/PhD student supervision, collaborative projects, industry projects, advisory committee membership, teaching provision, and career advice. His language capabilities include English (full professional proficiency) and Fulah (full professional proficiency), along with Creoles and pidgins English based.
Prof. Dirk Heberling is a Universitätsprofessor at RWTH Aachen University, leading the Institute for High Frequency Technology. His research focuses on advanced antenna systems, radar technology, and electromagnetic field exposure assessment in 5G/6G networks. He specializes in high-frequency components, including leaky-wave antennas, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, and robot-based antenna measurement systems. His work addresses challenges in antenna design, signal processing, and environmental compliance for next-generation communication infrastructure. Key research areas include: Development of wideband antennas for IoT and smart building applications Numerical analysis of near-field antenna measurements and phase recovery techniques Assessment of radio frequency exposure from massive MIMO base stations using digital twins Integration of radar systems with automotive technologies for self-localization and object detection Optimization of antenna arrays to mitigate grating lobes and phase synchronization issues His lab operates a state-of-the-art robot-based mm-wave test system capable of spherical near-field measurements and real-time auralization of aircraft noise. This infrastructure supports both fundamental research and industry collaborations in telecommunications, automotive radar, and environmental monitoring. Current projects emphasize: Exposure modeling for 6G networks considering increased base station utilization Generative adversarial networks for radar data synthesis Calibration techniques for polarimetric radar systems
George Goussetis is a Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, affiliated with the Institute of Sensors, Signals & Systems. His research focuses on microwave and antenna engineering with applications in satellite communication and IoT systems. Education includes a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1998), a Ph.D. from the University of Westminster (2002), and a B.Sc. in Physics from University College London (2002). Research interests span microwave components, antenna subsystems, satellite systems, and IoT applications, emphasizing practical implementations in communication technologies. Awards and fellowships: Onassis Foundation Fellowship (2001) Royal Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2006-2011) Marie-Curie Fellowship (2011-2012) European Space Agency Young Engineer of the Year (2011) Bell Labs Prize (2016) Leads the Microwave and Antenna Engineering Group and serves as Chair of EuCAP 2024.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Guillermo Payá Vayá leads the Chair for Chip Design for Embedded Computing at Technical University of Braunschweig's Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Physics. His research focuses on processor architecture design, FPGA/ASIC implementations, and optimization techniques for embedded systems, particularly in high-performance, low-power, and radiation-hardened computing domains. Primary research interests include: Application-Specific Instruction Set Processors (ASIPs) and compiler co-design Radiation effects characterization and fault-tolerant hardware Ultra-low-power processor architectures for embedded AI Hardware acceleration of neural networks and computer vision algorithms Memory subsystem optimization and parallel computing techniques Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on radiation-hardened electronics (35% of recent works), AI accelerator design (27%), and ultra-low-power systems (20%), with growing interest in biomedical applications. Experimental validation through FPGA prototyping and semiconductor testing is a consistent methodology across research domains. Leads research team investigating: Radiation-tolerant FPGA architectures (Trumann, Weide-Zaage) Vector processor optimization (Gesper, Thieu) Nano-scale controller design (Weißbrich) AI-hardware co-design (Kautz, Beyer)
Dr. James Kelly is a Senior Lecturer in Microwave Antennas at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), part of the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. He is a member of the WMC Lab and has held academic positions at the University of Surrey and Anglia Ruskin University. His research focuses on reconfigurable antennas, particularly leveraging gallium-based liquid metals for dynamic antenna performance. Dr. Kelly has authored nearly 120 peer-reviewed publications, holds 3 patents for antenna technology, and maintains an h-index of 21 with over 1,400 citations. His teaching includes courses on Digital Systems Design and Wireless Networks as part of the BUPT joint program. Key research areas include liquid metal-enabled antennas, phased arrays, beam steering systems, and millimeter-wave communication technologies. He has secured grants such as the EPSRC-funded Programmable Microwave Hardware Based on Liquid Wires (2021–2025) and Huawei-sponsored STAR-RISs project (2021–2022). Dr. Kelly’s work emphasizes practical applications in 5G/6G networks, antenna reconfiguration, and high-frequency systems. His contributions include advancements in beamforming, metamaterial integration, and RF component optimization using novel liquid metal techniques. He collaborates with industry partners like Huawei and the University of Surrey, driving innovations in next-generation wireless communication infrastructure.
Eduardo Antonio Ahedo Galilea is a Full Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), leading the Plasmas and Space Propulsion Team (EP2). His research focuses on plasma propulsion systems, particularly Hall thrusters, magnetic nozzles, and helicon plasma thrusters, with expertise in plasma dynamics, wave-plasma interaction, and spacecraft-plume effects. Current projects: MLPLUS-CM (2025-2028), PROPULSION ELECTROMAGNETICA POR EFECTO HALL (2023-2026) International collaborations: European Commission, Airbus Defense and Space, SENER His recent publications analyze non-stationary plasma expansions, electron cooling mechanisms, and magnetic nozzle physics across multiple thruster designs. He supervises theses on turbulent transport, wave-plasma interaction, and fluid-kinetic thruster modeling. Grants include funding from the European Commission Research Executive Agency, Agencia Estatal de Investigación (AEI), and regional programs like RIS3-CAM.
Holger Heuermann is a Professor at the College of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Aachen University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on microwave engineering, plasma technology, and RF circuit design, with a particular emphasis on calibration methods for network analyzers, nonlinear microwave systems, and industrial plasma applications. Recent publications highlight his work on microwave plasma jets for industrial and medical use, harmonic radar systems for maritime search and rescue, and advanced RFID and wireless CAN systems . His IMP Institute drives innovations in microwave and plasma technology, including mixed-mode S-parameter analysis and high-pressure lamp design. Heuermann’s expertise spans microwave measurement techniques , nonlinear circuit analysis , and plasma-driven energy systems . His 2024 book Microwave Technology consolidates decades of research in field simulation, antenna design, and plasma applications.
L. Richard Carley is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), affiliated with the Data Storage Systems Center (DSSC). He has been a faculty member since 1984, following his S.B., S.M., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT (1976–1984). His research focuses on analog circuit design, CAD tools for analog synthesis, MEMS systems, and RF circuit design. He co-authored two textbooks and over 200 papers, earning multiple awards including an IEEE Fellowship (1997). Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1984 M.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1978 B.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1976 Research Interests: Development of CAD tools for analog IC design, mixed-signal ICs, RF front-end circuits, and MEMS/NEMS systems. His work emphasizes low-power digital logic, data converters, and signal conditioning for SOC applications. Awards & Professional Contributions: IEEE Fellow (1997) Co-founder of Neolinear (acquired by Cadence in 2004) Editorial board member of Analog Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing Advising & Industry Impact: Advised over 70 graduate students (30+ Ph.D., 40+ M.S.). His patents and industry collaborations, including Neolinear’s analog CAD tools, reflect his translational research impact. Labs & Affiliations: Key contributor to the Center for Circuits and Systems Solutions (C2S2) and DSSC, where he led electronic subsystems as associate director.
Reinhold Ludwig is a Professor and Associate Head in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). He holds a Dipl.-Ing. (MS) from the University of Wuppertal (1983) and a PhD from Colorado State University (1986). His research focuses on electromagnetic and acoustic nondestructive evaluation (NDE), MRI RF coil design, and biomedical imaging systems. As director of the Center for Imaging and Sensing (CIS), he leads projects in energy/media interaction analysis and advanced MRI technology development. Key contributions include anatomically shaped RF coils for MRI systems up to 7T, including full-body, head, and extremity imaging applications. His team has developed NDE sensing technologies and electronic circuits for clinical and pre-clinical MR scanners. Recent work explores ultra-low-power neuromorphic circuits for autonomous vehicles and AI-driven optical defect detection systems. Professional memberships include IEEE, Eta Kappa Nu, and Sigma Xi. Notable grants include a $3M NIH award (2016) for robot-assisted brain cancer treatment research. His lab also works on microwave imaging innovations, ceramic material testing, and embedded computing systems. Current projects emphasize compact neural networks for real-time NDE, non-contact electromagnetic stimulation devices for pain management, and high-resolution MRI coil optimization. Patents include multi-modal RF coils and moisture analysis systems for industrial materials.
Savas Kaya is a Professor in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering and Technology. He directs research in nanoelectronics, semiconductor devices, and flexible electronics. His laboratory develops multi-modal sensors for biomedical, environmental, and structural health monitoring applications. Research domains include: Nanoscale semiconductor devices Printed and flexible electronics RF CMOS subsystems Wireless network-on-chip architectures Recent publications focus on nanomaterials characterization, energy-efficient computing architectures, and advanced lithography techniques. Holds patents for ambipolar field-effect devices and glucose monitoring systems.
Sina Aboutorabi is a multidisciplinary engineer and experienced lecturer in electrical and astronautical engineering, currently holding faculty appointments at San José State University (Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering) and California State University, Northridge (Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering). He specializes in advanced space communications, coding theory, and spacecraft systems, and serves as Vice-Chair of the AIAA San Francisco Section. Education: Engineer’s Degree (Terminal Advanced Graduate Degree), Astronautical Engineering – University of Southern California, 2018 M.S. Electrical Engineering – University of Southern California, 2018 M.S. Astronautical Engineering – University of Southern California, 2015 B.S. Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Qazvin Azad University, Iran, 2008 Research Interests: Aboutorabi’s scholarship sits at the confluence of electrical and astronautical engineering, targeting reliable, efficient communications for extreme environments. His work spans deep-space channel coding , quantum-enhanced links , spacecraft transceiver design , and RF/microwave hardware , aiming to push data-rate and power-efficiency boundaries for lunar, planetary, and interplanetary missions. Professional Service & Recognition: Vice-Chair, AIAA San Francisco Section Senior Member, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Senior Member, American Astronautical Society (AAS) Last doctoral student of Prof. Solomon W. Golomb (renowned coding-theory pioneer) Advising & Grants: No specific doctoral or master’s advisees are listed in the supplied sources, and no active grant portfolios are detailed; his current role centers on undergraduate and master’s-level instruction and curriculum development across two campuses. Labs & Teams: While no dedicated laboratory designation is provided, Aboutorabi’s affiliations with both SJSU’s Electrical Engineering and Aviation & Engineering Technology departments, coupled with his AIAA leadership post, place him within collaborative aerospace and communications engineering teams focused on space-mission design and communications subsystem development.
Prof. Robert Staszewski is a Full Professor at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University College Dublin (since 2014) and a Visiting Full Professor at Delft University of Technology (since 2009). His academic journey began with a PhD from University of Texas at Dallas (2002), preceded by MSEE (1992) and BSEE (1991) degrees. He previously worked at Alcatel (1991–1995) and Texas Instruments (1995–2009), where he co-founded the Digital RF Processor (DRP) group and served as CTO (2007–2009). Research Focus : Nanoscale CMOS architectures, quantum computing hardware, millimeter-wave PLLs, and low-power IoT RF circuits. Recent Publications : 15 most recent works span quantum dots in 22nm FDSOI, harmonic predistortion in ADPLLs, ultra-low-jitter charge-sharing PLLs, and RF reuse strategies for IoT. Scientific Contributions include 6 books, 11 book chapters, 150+ journal papers, and 210 US patents. His Equal1 Labs co-founded in 2014 aims to build the first single-chip CMOS quantum computer. Awards: 2012 IEEE Circuits and Systems Industrial Pioneer Award IEEE Fellow (2009) Teaching Leadership : Coordinates advanced modules in Analogue Integrated Circuits , Mixed-Signal Circuits , and Quantum Computing (2014–2025). Supervises PhD thesis projects in nanoscale RF and quantum systems.
Mohamed Ismaeel Maricar serves as Senior Lecturer in Electronics Engineering at De Montfort University's School of Engineering and Sustainable Development within the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. His academic foundation spans RF/microwave engineering with expertise in electromagnetic measurement systems and semiconductor device applications. Educational background: B.Eng in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sathyabama University, India MSc in Microwave Engineering and Wireless Subsystem Design, University of Surrey, UK PhD in Microwave Engineering, De Montfort University, UK His research focuses on RF circuit design, antenna development (including microstrip and THz systems), semiconductor devices like Gunn diodes, and electromagnetic measurement techniques using reverberation chambers. Recent work involves GaAs/InP planar Gunn diode modeling and energy-harvesting antenna applications for broadband communication. Key recognition: Young Engineer Award (2014) Dr. Maricar teaches Electromagnetic (ENGD2009) and Communication System (ENGD1009) courses while conducting consultancy in IR microscopy and RF measurements. He maintains active research collaborations through university institutes and professional societies. Research group affiliations include: Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD) Institute of Engineering Sciences (IES)
