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Professor Abassi has been appointed a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), Scotland’s National Academy, as part of its 2025 cohort of new Fellows. ​Professor Abbasi was elevated as Fellow of Royal Society of Edinburgh. An institution that includes legendary figures such as James Clerk Maxwell and James Watt among its ranks. Professor Abbasi is a leading authority in integrated communication and sensing technologies. Based at the James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, his research focuses on developing next-generation wireless communication systems and intelligent health monitoring solutions to enhance quality of life. Driven by interdisciplinary collaboration, [...]

Congratulations to Prof. Qammer H Abbasi who has been appointed as SSAC Scottish Science Advisory Council member - Scotland’s highest level science advisory body,  that supports Julie Fitzpatrick the Chief Scientific Adviser for Scotland in her work with Scottish Ministers. The SSAC supports the Scottish Government to make effective use of science advice, knowledge and techniques when formulating and implementing policies, further enhancing Scotland's status as a science and innovation nation, and supporting Scotland’s Economic Strategy’s two mutually supportive goals of increasing competitiveness and tackling inequality.

In recognition of International Women’s Day we are launching a special series to highlight the journeys, challenges, and achievements of women in science. Through these conversations, we aim to celebrate their contributions, inspire future generations, and explore how we can foster a more inclusive scientific community. This week we focus on Eman Maali, Research Postgraduate, Department of Computing, Faculty of Engineering who shares her path into science, her ground-breaking work in wireless communications, and her thoughts on empowering women in STEM. Your Journey into Science Can you tell me a bit about what sparked your interest in science? Was there [...]

In this edition of our Spotlight on Principal Investigators, we feature Professor Muhammad Imran, a leading researcher shaping the future of wireless communications and digital connectivity. His work focuses on energy-efficient networking, frugal sensing, and equitable access to communication technologies, particularly for underserved communities.   What motivates you to continue innovating and exploring in your field? I am driven by a passion to push the boundaries of knowledge in communication systems, aiming to develop energy-efficient and frugal sensing and networking solutions that benefit society. Recognizing that connectivity is integral to daily life, I am committed to ensuring equitable access for [...]

Experience the Future of Cloud and AI with CHEDDAR Watch our latest animated video, launched at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, to see how CHEDDAR is transforming cloud-based AI and telecoms infrastructure. This short, engaging animation breaks down our cutting-edge research and its impact on the future of connectivity. 🔹 Discover how CHEDDAR is shaping the next generation of networks🔹 See how our research is driving innovation in AI and telecoms🔹 Join us in rethinking the future of cloud and edge computing 🎬 Watch the video now and be part of the conversation! 🚀

In recognition of International Women’s Day, we’re launching a special series to highlight the journeys, challenges, and achievements of women in science. Through these conversations, we aim to celebrate their contributions, inspire future generations, and explore how we can foster a more inclusive scientific community. We begin with Siling Wang, Research Fellow at the University of Leeds, who shares her path into science, her groundbreaking work in wireless communications, and her thoughts on empowering women in STEM. Your Journey into Science Can you tell me a bit about what sparked your interest in science? Was there a particular moment or [...]

In this edition of Spotlight on Principal Investigators, we feature Professor Qammer Abbasi, a pioneering researcher shaping the future of communication, sensing, and policy-driven innovation. His work spans cutting-edge 6G technologies, Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS), and Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC)—driving breakthroughs that ensure connectivity is not only faster but also more intelligent, sustainable, and equitable. Watch the interview on YouTube here What motivates you to continue innovating and exploring in your field? The pursuit of advancing future communication and sensing technologies to create transformative societal impact drives my passion. Whether it’s enabling seamless connectivity or developing intelligent systems that [...]

Leading experts in technology and finance including CHEDDAR’s Muhammad A. Imran and Qammer H. Abbasi have come together to launch a new Scottish Centre of Excellence for digital trust, designed to enhance the safety and resilience of the digital world. Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) will host the Scottish Centre of Excellence in Digital Trust and Distributed Ledger Technology in partnership with the University of Edinburgh, the University of Glasgow, and Fintech Scotland, with initial funding provided by Scottish Enterprise. The Centre is part of a broader vision to establish Scotland as a global leader in digital trust innovation, benefiting industries such as [...]

The SYSTRON Lab recently hosted a successful two-day workshop, with one day dedicated to 6G communications. The event took place on 20th–21st November at the Piazza Building, drawing an engaged audience eager to explore the latest advancements in 6G technology. Dr. Poonam Yadav opened the workshop with a warm welcome and introduction, followed by brief remarks from Dr. Rob Davis and Dr. Arjuna Sathiaseelan—two distinguished academics who recently joined the group. The agenda featured a diverse range of presentations, highlighting ongoing research projects, including CHEDDAR and REMOTE, as well as broader research themes within the field. Vijon Baraku’s presentation on [...]

Engineers from the University of Glasgow are teaming up with colleagues from the Tyndall National Institute’s Wireless Communications Laboratory (WCL) for the project, called Active intelligent Reconfigurable surfaces for 6G wireless COMmunications or AR-COM. They will work with key industry partners to improve the design of smart materials – intelligent reconfigurable surfaces (IRS) which are expected to play a key role in the ultrafast 6G wireless networks of the future. Tyndall’s WCL, based at University College Cork, was founded in 2020 by three former scientists from Nokia Bell Labs – Holger Claussen, Lester Ho and Senad Bulja - to boost [...]

The University of Leeds team enjoyed a dynamic and inspiring week, highlighted by two key events: ORAN-TWIN Project Meeting On 16th of December, we were honoured to host the face-to-face meeting for the ORAN-TWIN project, a part of the Communications Hub for Empowering Distributed Cloud Computing Applications and Research. This productive session brought together researchers from our collaborating institutions: University of Surrey University of York Birmingham City University University of Leeds (host) Key discussions during the meeting included updates on project progress from each partner, brainstorming sessions, and a roadmap of next action points to accelerate our shared goals. It [...]

Innovations in Security Protocols At SEFM24, Dr. Ye presented the paper titled "User-Guided Verification of Security Protocols via Sound Animation", a collaborative work with Dr. Metere and Dr. Poonam Yadav. This research addresses the challenges of making formal verification more accessible to security protocol designers. By introducing sound animation, the team developed an iterative workflow that enables designers to identify bugs early in the design process, with the assurance that detected issues represent real flaws. The innovation lies in the automatic generation of animators from security protocol models, streamlining the process and allowing designers to deliver secure protocols efficiently without [...]

As part of the University of Glasgow’s celebrations for Lord Kelvin’s 200th anniversary, the event titled “Empowering Diverse Voices: Shaping Pathways for a Sustainable Future” brought together researchers and professionals from across disciplines. Sponsored by the IEEE Communications Society TC Innovation Fund, IEEE ComSoc UK & Ireland, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society UK&I, and IEEE WICE, the event focused on pressing themes like net-zero initiatives and smart Sessions covered topics like smart cities, smart buildings, healthcare, space, energy management, Researchers showcased their work through dynamic poster presentations. Congratulations to the Best Poster Winners: 1st Prize: Reyna Victoria Jaime Arellano (Edinburgh [...]

This research is pivotal for understanding how next-generation wireless technologies can enhance UAV operations, particularly in high-demand environments where consistent communication quality is essential. Performing QoS measurements in UAV field trials with 5G-advanced communications at various altitudes | IET Conference Publication | IEEE Xplore

The event brought together prominent experts from leading UK universities, including Professors Harald Haas (TITAN), Julie McCann (CHEDDAR), Dominic O’Brien (HASC), and Dimitra Simeonidou (JOINER), to discuss how 6G will shape the future of critical sectors including: 6G for Healthcare Transformation Aligned with the government’s new £1.5 billion commitment to the NHS, the Federated Telecoms Hubs are pioneering advancements in 6G to support real-time data sharing, telemedicine, and healthcare AI applications. These technologies aim to enhance patient outcomes and streamline NHS productivity. Symposium attendees will gain insight into how 6G connectivity can create faster, more secure networks essential to the [...]

This breakthrough could revolutionise health monitoring, providing a seamless, non-invasive solution for tracking vital signs. “These advances could help provide clinicians with round-the-clock monitoring of their patients without the use of invasive or uncomfortable wearable sensors, and strengthen infection control measures in cases where patients have a communicable illness. Professor Muhammad Imran, Head of Glasgow University’s Communications, Sensing and Imaging Hub, and a co-author of the paper said: “This paper shows that radar can be used to monitor heart sounds with remarkable precision, which could make it invaluable for use in clinical settings and at home in the future” Imagine [...]

We're pleased to announce a significant milestone for Pillar 3 of our research. The USRP (Universal Software Radio Peripheral) equipment has been successfully procured, and our team is in the process of setting up an advanced demo in our lab. This demo will play a pivotal role in showcasing our cutting-edge research and practical implementations in the field.

This comprehensive report provides a strategic overview of the UK’s telecommunications landscape, addressing emerging challenges, opportunities, and innovative solutions for future network infrastructure. The whitepaper offers valuable guidance for industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers invested in building resilient and forward-thinking networks across the UK. Explore the full report here: Future Networks Whitepaper This publication marks a significant step in CHEDDAR’s commitment to impactful research and strategic collaboration, supporting the next generation of UK telecoms.

By fostering innovation and supporting industry-wide collaboration, UKTIN is dedicated to building a robust telecoms infrastructure that addresses current and future connectivity challenges. Their initiatives are paving the way for cutting-edge developments in the telecom sector, highlighting the importance of engineering expertise in driving sustainable growth. Discover how UKTIN is shaping the future of UK telecoms. Learn more about UKTIN's latest efforts here

This accolade highlights his dedication and leadership in advancing telecoms engineering and his commitment to impactful research and innovation. A true testament to teamwork and collaboration, this award underscores the efforts of Professor Imran and his team to drive forward engineering excellence. Congratulations to Professor Imran and the entire team for their hard work and dedication! Read more about this achievement here

Both DiveIn and CHEDDAR share a commitment to equipping the next generation of researchers with the tools and knowledge to innovate in fields ranging from smart grids to healthcare systems, transport, and security. This CDT programme is designed to bridge the gap between academia and real-world application, offering PhD candidates a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, industry partnerships, and external collaborations. DiveIn is focused on bringing together diverse teams to tackle interdisciplinary, mission-driven challenges at the forefront of research. During the 4-year PhD, students will take part in a training programme which integrates didactic, self-directed, empirical, and peer [...]

Professor Muhammad Ali Imran leads the Communication, Sensing and Imaging (CSI) Hub at the University of Glasgow’s Department of Engineering where he's particularly interested in energy-efficient cellular systems and frugal networking solutions. Here, we explore Muhammad's role and why he enjoys working in telecoms: Read more here

Leveraging advanced RAG techniques, this research enhances how network specifications are generated by integrating intelligent retrieval systems with generative AI. This approach ensures that 6G networks can meet evolving demands with accuracy and adaptability, addressing the unique requirements across industries like healthcare, smart cities, and transport. This innovative method represents a significant leap forward in preparing 6G networks to support the complex and highly varied applications of the future. For further details, read the full article in IEEE Communications Magazine Link

Authored by leading experts, this publication provides an in-depth look at how IRS can facilitate dynamic control of wireless environments, ensuring enhanced signal quality, security, and energy efficiency. As 6G moves from concept to reality, this book offers invaluable insights for researchers, engineers, and industry leaders focused on shaping the next generation of wireless communications. For more information, visit the book’s page on Wiley’s website: Intelligent Reconfigurable Surfaces (IRS) for Prospective 6G Wireless Networks.