QMUL Centre for Networks, Communications and Systems News

First CNCS Industry Exhibition

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

The Centre for Networks, Communications, and Systems successfully hosted its first Industry Exhibition, marking a significant milestone for the centre. The event welcomed over 30 attendees, and we had the pleasure of showcasing our research to industry partners and guests. It was a proud moment to see the quality of work and the collective effort across the centre, spanning both the Networks Group and the Communications Systems Research Group. The exhibition also featured an inspiring keynote from our Head of School, which set the tone for engaging discussions and future collaboration. If you missed our event, you can still visit our posters displayed on the 4th floor of Peter Landin.

Three women leading research in Science and Engineering

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

To mark International Women's Day, we spotlight three women leading research in Science and Engineering. Meet Silvia Liverani (Head of the Centre for Probability, Statistics and Data Science) Mona Jaber (Head of the Centre for Networks, Communications, and Systems) and Ana Sobrido (Head of the Centre for Centre for Sustainable Engineering). Silvia Liverani I love uncovering the structure hidden in messy data using statistical models to find those patterns. My research focuses on developing advanced statistical methods for complex datasets, and one aspect I really enjoy is that I get to collaborate with researchers in other fields, including biologists, psychologists, clinicians, etc. I have been the Head of the Centre in Probability, Statistics and Data Science since 2023. The Centre is an exciting group of academics, PDRAs and PhD students, spanning from pure mathematics to applied statistics and image processing. Mona Jaber As a child, I was fascinated by how engineering could solve real-world problems and I knew then that I wanted to be an engineer. That early curiosity has grown into a lifelong passion that now drives my research in artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies, accelerating our progress toward more sustainable urban environments. Today, as Head of the Centre for Networks, Communications, and Systems, I have the privilege of working alongside exceptional colleagues on truly inspiring projects. What excites me most is not only the individual breakthroughs, but the possibility of bringing these innovations together, connecting ideas, systems, and disciplines, to then help shape a more sustainable future. Ana Sobrido My love for science started as a kid in school, when watching chemical reactions unfold felt like witnessing magic, sparking a curiosity to understand the hidden rules behind them. This led me to pursue a career in Chemistry where I developed a particular interest in materials for energy. My research pioneers sustainable materials and innovative manufacturing approaches to enable the next generation of energy storage and conversion technologies, helping accelerate the transition to a more resilient and low-carbon future. As Head of the Centre for Sustainable Engineering, I am excited about building on strong existing foundations to address the most pressing sustainability challenges. I look forward to working with fantastic colleagues, driving innovation and impactful research and excellence in teaching and learning, while fostering an open, inclusive, and inspiring environment for all.

Dr. Maged Elkashlan recognised as IEEE VTS Top Performing Editor 2025

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0100

We are delighted to congratulate Dr. Maged Elkashlan on being recognised by the IEEE Vehicular Technology Society as a Top Performing Editor for his outstanding contributions as an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology in 2025. This distinction reflects his exceptional dedication, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and rigor in scholarly publishing within the vehicular and wireless communications research community. His service significantly contributes to advancing innovation and excellence in the field.

Professor Arumugam Nallanathan among the world's most highly cited researchers for 2025.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Professor Nallanathan has been named a Highly Cited Researcher in Computer Science for the fourth consecutive year. He is one of just 119 researchers recognised globally in this field, and one of only 12 listed from the UK. Congratulations to Professor Arumugam Nallanathan, founding head of the Communication Systems Research (CSR) Group and Professor of Wireless Communications Fill article avaible here https://www.qmul.ac.uk/eecs/news-and-events/news/items/eecs-professor-among-the-worlds-most-highly-cited-researchers-for-2025.html

Queen Mary Joins AI-RAN Alliance to Drive Innovation in AI-Enabled Wireless Networks

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is proud to announce its membership in the AI-RAN Alliance, marking a significant step forward in advancing research and innovation in AI-driven communication systems. This collaboration bridges the gap between academic research and industrial application, fostering the development of AI-native architectures and next-generation wireless technologies that will shape the evolution of 5G, 6G, and beyond. Through this partnership, QMUL will contribute its expertise to the Alliance's AI-for-RAN, AI-on-RAN, and Data-for-AI working groups, helping shape the next generation of adaptive, efficient, and self-optimizing mobile networks. QMUL researchers view AI as a transformative force in wireless communication, enabling: Real-time, AI-driven network control Energy-efficient RAN operation Scalable support for massive IoT and autonomous systems Continuous learning through simulation-driven design This synergy between academic research and industrial deployment ensures that new technologies are not only theoretically sound but also practically validated, accelerating the transition from research to real-world implementation.

Digital Twins Take Centre Stage: Inspiring Ideas and Collaboration at QMUL's IEEE Panel

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The Old Library at Queen Mary University of London was alive with conversation and ideas as more than 60 researchers, professionals, and students gathered for the IEEE UK and Ireland Section panel, "Twinned Realities: Shaping Our World with Digital Models." on 30th October 2025! Led by Dr. Mona Jaber, Reader in Internet of Things at QMUL, the event brought together leading voices in digital innovation to explore how digital twin technologies are reshaping the way we model, manage, and understand complex systems. The panel featured Prof. Akram Alomainy, Paul M. Cunningham, Dr. Caroline Roney, Prof. Christopher Pain, Dr. Jason Shepherd, and Prof. Berk Canberk, who shared insights spanning medicine, infrastructure, AI, and systems engineering. Discussions covered everything from cardiac digital twins used in in-silico clinical trials to sustainable city modelling and intelligent service platforms that bridge the physical and digital worlds. Reflecting on the discussion, Prof. Akram Alomainy highlighted the transformative power of collaboration in this fast-moving field: "Digital twins sit at the intersection of science, engineering, and creativity. What makes them truly exciting is how they bring together expertise from so many disciplines to solve real-world problems in smarter, faster, and more human-centred ways." Dr. Jaber described the event as "a wonderful exchange of ideas that showcased the creativity and collaboration driving this field forward." With more than sixty participants engaging during the session and many staying afterward to continue conversations, the enthusiasm in the room reflected growing momentum behind digital twin research and its cross-sector potential. As one attendee put it, "Digital twins are no longer just simulations; they're becoming living digital entities. Their connection with Agentic AI could redefine how we build and interact with complex systems." The event closed with a strong sense of optimism and plans for future collaboration between academia and industry. Dr. Jaber thanked all speakers and attendees for making the panel a success: "The level of engagement and discussion was inspiring; I look forward to seeing how these conversations grow into new ideas and partnerships."

IEEE Communications Society Heinrich Hertz Award for Best Communications Letter awarded to Dr ...

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:00:00 +0100

Congratulation to Dr Maged Elkashlan and Professor Michael Chai who are selected co-recipients of the IEEE Communications Society Heinrich Hertz Award for Best Communications Letter for their paper, "Active RIS Versus Passive RIS: Which is Superior with the Same Power Budget?," IEEE Communications Letters, vol. 26, no. 5, pp. 1150-1154, May 2022. You can access the full paper here: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9734027

QMUL's Centre for Electronics Hosts IEEE DySPAN Conference 2025 Gala Dinner

Tue, 13 May 2025 23:00:00 +0100

QMUL's Centre for Electornics was pleased to welcome attendees of the IEEE DySPAN 2025 Conference to Queen Mary University of London for the dinner banquet at the beautifully restored Old Library. The historic setting, lively discussions, and shared vision for the future of dynamic spectrum access made for a truly memorable evening. Thank you to all who joined us, and to everyone helping drive innovation at the intersection of wireless systems, policy, and technology. The Centre's work on next generation spectrum approaches and sharing is further higlighted by the innovative DSIT-funded Spectrum Sharing Sandbox Project (£1.4m) led by Prof Yang Hao.

QMUL's Centre for Electronics to play key role in new UK Multidisciplinary Centre for ...

Wed, 07 May 2025 23:00:00 +0100

The UK Multidisciplinary Centre for Neuromorphic Computing will receive £5.6 million over four years from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), aiming to establish itself as an international hub for collaboration and fundamental research in this groundbreaking field. With Aston University leading the Centre, the involvement of world-leading researchers from Queen Mary University of London (led by Prof Yang Hao from the Centre for Electronics), Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Southampton, Loughborough, and Strathclyde, demonstrates the breadth of expertise being brought to this ambitious project. The Centre's objective is to tackle the sustainability challenges facing today's digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence systems by replicating the brain's structural and functional principles in novel computing technologies. A key aspect of the Centre's interdisciplinary approach will be to blend insights from experiments using stem-cell-derived human neurons with advanced computational models, low-power algorithms, and innovative photonic hardware. Researchers aim to gain a deeper, system-level understanding of how the human brain computes at cellular and network scales to inform the design of these next-generation computing systems. More on the news at https://www.qmul.ac.uk/media/news/2025/science-and-engineering/se/queen-mary-university-of-london-to-play-key-role-in-new-uk-multidisciplinary-centre-for-neuromorphic-computing.html