YP Ambassador
Niamat Hussain
Young Professional Ambassador
Niamat Hussain
Term 2026-2027
University of Glasgow
Scotland, UK
NIAMAT HUSSAIN (Senior Member,IEEE)is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in the Electronics and Nanoscale Engineering Division at the James Watt School of Engineering, UniversityofGlasgow, Scotland, UK. His research Interests include applied electromagnetics, reconfigurable and multifunctional antenna systems, energy-autonomous wireless power transfer, metasurfaces, and bio-electromagnetics, including SAR reduction and electromagnetic exposure analysis. Dr. Niamat has demonstrated exceptional promise in the field of applied electromagnetics, endorsed by the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK). He serves as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Internet of Things Journal and an Editorial Board Member for Scientific Reports (NaturePortfolio), and guest editors in several journals including IET, Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation and contributes as a reviewer and grant assessor for major international funding agencies. He has received multiple distinctions, including the Outstanding Graduate Researcher Award, the Excellent Researcher Hall of Fame Award, and recognition among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University for the last five consecutive years.
Talk 1: From Drop-Damage to Radiation Risk: Rethinking Smartphone Case Engineering
Abstract:
Smartphone cases are almost universally used and carefully engineered to prevent drop damage, yet their electromagnetic (EM) impact on users is rarely considered. This talk, “From Drop-Damage to Radiation Risk: Rethinking Smartphone Case Engineering,” first reviews the mechanisms of EM exposure from mobile phones and the main strategies used to mitigate it, including antenna design, shielding, and usage-based approaches. We then introduce a metasurface-based phone case that simultaneously preserves conventional mechanical protection and reduces user EM exposure. By printing a simple metasurface pattern directly onto a standard 5G phone case, without adding extra thickness or any additional PCB, we achieve approximately 26% reduction in 1g SAR while maintaining, and even improving, antenna performance.
Talk 2: Pathways to Your First Faculty Position: A Guide for Early-Career Researchers
Abstract:
Early-career researchers often struggle to find clear, practical guidance when trying to secure their first academic position. This talk provides a practical roadmap for securing a first faculty post (Lecturer/Assistant Professor) for early-career researchers in academia and industry. We will unpack how hiring committees evaluate candidates, with a focus on aligning your research vision, teaching experience, and service portfolio with institutional needs. The session covers how to build a competitive academic track record, present your CV and cover letter effectively, and prepare strong research and teaching statements. We will also discuss strategies for gaining meaningful teaching experience, developing collaborations and mentoring networks, and navigating interviews and job talks with confidence. The aim is to provide clear, experience-based guidance that helps participants turn a scattered set of achievements into a coherent profile that is ready for the global academic job market.