Open to PhD and R&D opportunities

Electrical Engineering · Telecommunications (Fields & Waves)

Salar Hassanzadeh Ghaminejad RF–Microwave Systems, Microwave Photonics, and Intelligent Signal Engineering

Ranked #1 in the Telecommunications program at the University of Kashan. My work blends rigorous electromagnetic modeling with photonic oscillators and data-driven RF intelligence—from FDML-OEO noise analysis to CNN-BiLSTM digital twins that estimate instantaneous chirp frequency with R² = 0.95 and RMSE = 185.5 MHz across a 2.337 GHz span.

Research Signal Snapshot

FDML-OEO
Phase Noise Map Stability Trend
-120 dBc/Hz Carrier Offset -140 dBc/Hz

Academic Rank

#1, University of Kashan

M.Sc. Electrical Eng., Telecommunications

CNN-BiLSTM Twin

R² = 0.95 · RMSE 185.5 MHz

2.337 GHz chirp span

Signal Path Focus

RF Input
Optical Loop
ML Estimator

Opportunities

Open to PhD positions and advanced RF research engagements.

Available for international research collaboration and ML-enabled RF/microwave engineering roles focused on rigorous simulation, modeling, and system-level innovation.

About

Salar Hassanzadeh

M.Sc. Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications: Fields & Waves), ranked #1 at the University of Kashan, with a focused path in RF and microwave systems, microwave photonics, and FDML‑OEO research.

Internationally oriented research with a rigorous, humble approach to engineering impact

My research philosophy emphasizes careful modeling, measurable validation, and the translation of electromagnetic theory into deployable RF architectures. I work at the intersection of microwave photonics and intelligent signal processing, including FDML‑OEO analysis and ML‑assisted RF inference, with a steady focus on clarity, reproducibility, and system-level relevance.

I value simulation‑driven engineering as a foundation for confident design, combining tools like MATLAB, CST, and OptiSystem with data‑aware methods. Cloud‑scalable workflows are a complementary area of development, supporting future‑ready experimentation without redefining the core research identity.

Research Interests

  • RF & microwave systems
  • Microwave photonics & FDML‑OEO
  • ML for RF signal processing

Working Style

  • Simulation‑driven design discipline
  • Clear documentation & reproducible results
  • Collaboration across academia & R&D teams

I welcome collaborations that value precision, system understanding, and the bridge between theory and real‑world performance in advanced RF and photonic platforms.

Research

RF systems, microwave photonics, and intelligent signal processing for high-stability oscillators

My research program integrates RF and microwave photonics with data-driven signal analysis to design high-frequency, low phase-noise systems. The core focus is on Fourier-Domain Mode-Locked Optoelectronic Oscillators (FDML-OEO) for broadband signal generation and sensing.

I developed a system-level simulation framework in MATLAB that couples optical and RF components including laser sources, Mach–Zehnder modulators, fiber delay lines, EDFAs, tunable filters, and photodetectors. This model produces wideband chirped microwave signals with realistic component constraints.

Complementing the physics-based work, I built a CNN-BiLSTM digital twin for instantaneous chirp-frequency estimation, enabling accurate real-time inference across a multi-GHz span.

Key quantitative outcome

R² = 0.95

Prediction fidelity

RMSE 185.5 MHz

Instantaneous chirp error

2.337 GHz

Chirp span covered

FDML-OEO Modeling & Phase-Noise Analysis

FDML-OEO

Comprehensive time- and frequency-domain modeling of a Fourier-Domain Mode-Locked Optoelectronic Oscillator, emphasizing loop dynamics, stability, and phase-noise suppression in realistic optoelectronic chains.

  • Validated noise models and closed-loop dynamics under component constraints
  • Analyzed tuning range, delay-line effects, and resonator Q-factor limits
  • Implemented repeatable workflows in MATLAB and OptiSystem

CNN-BiLSTM Digital Twin for Chirp Estimation

ML

Hybrid convolutional and bidirectional LSTM architecture for instantaneous chirp-frequency inference on broadband waveforms, bridging physics-based simulation with data-driven estimation.

  • R² = 0.95 with 185.5 MHz RMSE across a 2.337 GHz span
  • Trained and validated in Python/PyTorch on simulated datasets
  • Supports real-time digital-twin interpretation for RF systems

Broader Themes & Future Directions

Outlook

A unified research agenda focused on high-stability oscillators, photonic-assisted RF systems, and machine-learning-augmented signal intelligence for sensing and communications.

Methodological Focus

Noise modeling, loop optimization, RF–photonics co-design, and robust inference.

Applications

Radar-grade chirped sources, precision sensing, and high-speed communications.

Selected Technical Case Studies

Simulation-first engineering with measurable rigor

Each case study condenses a larger body of work into the core problem, approach, and outcome. The focus stays on model fidelity, noise analysis, and system-level validation across RF, microwave photonics, and ML-enabled digital twins.

Extended technical documentation and project notes are available upon request.

MATLAB OptiSystem CST ADS AWR Python / PyTorch

FDML-OEO Simulation: Phase-Noise Fidelity and Stability

ProblemCapture FDML-OEO dynamics while preserving phase-noise accuracy and linewidth behavior.

ApproachEnd-to-end MATLAB and OptiSystem models with verified noise-transfer functions and stability sweeps.

OutcomeValidated noise and stability framework suitable for photonic oscillator design trade studies.

Photonics
Noise modeling System stability MATLAB + OptiSystem

CNN-BiLSTM Digital Twin: Instantaneous Chirp Estimation

ProblemEstimate chirp frequency in real time across multi-GHz spans with high accuracy.

ApproachHybrid CNN-BiLSTM with physics-informed preprocessing and synthetic-data calibration in PyTorch.

OutcomeAchieved R² = 0.95 and RMSE 185.5 MHz over a 2.337 GHz span for robust tracking.

ML for RF
PyTorch Digital twin Model verification

Wideband RF Front-End Co-Design & Noise Budgeting

ProblemQuantify RF chain performance limits under wideband, nonlinear, and noise-coupled conditions.

ApproachMulti-tool workflow across ADS, AWR, and CST integrating S-parameter integrity and noise budgets.

OutcomeProduced defensible link-budget and sensitivity maps for design decisions and trade-offs.

RF Systems
S-parameter analysis Noise budget ADS + AWR + CST

Looking for deeper technical documentation, datasets, or collaboration notes? Detailed project records are available on request.

Articles

Curated technical notes and research explainers

A focused set of selected technical notes and explainers written for academic and engineering readers. Each piece distills a complex topic into a clear, actionable framework while preserving rigorous technical grounding.

This is a curated selection for a one-page portfolio; the archive can expand over time as new material is prepared.

Foundations

FDML-OEO Explained Simply

A disciplined walkthrough of Fourier-Domain Mode-Locked Optoelectronic Oscillators, framing the system loop, sweep synchronization, and stability boundaries. Readers learn how FDML timing, filtering, and feedback dynamics shape linewidth and noise performance.

Applications

Microwave Photonics for RF Engineers

A practical bridge between photonic components and RF system design. The article outlines where optical links improve bandwidth and linearity, how to reason about link gain and noise, and what trade-offs to evaluate in RF–photonics co-design.

Design Notes

Low Phase Noise Signal Generation Techniques

A methodical overview of low-phase-noise architectures and modeling choices, from resonator selection to noise budgeting. Readers gain a structured checklist for stability, frequency synthesis, and system-level trade-offs in RF and microwave sources.

Skills & Tools

Academic-grade expertise across RF/microwave systems, photonic signal chains, and intelligent RF processing.

A focused map of research competencies that prioritize rigor, repeatability, and engineering-grade validation.

Research-driven methodology, ready for industrial constraints

RF

RF & Microwave Systems

System-level RF design with attention to propagation, S-parameters, impedance matching, filters, and phase-noise behavior—anchored in measurement-aware analysis.

RF front-ends Microwave networks Noise & stability
MP

Microwave Photonics

Photonic-assisted RF links, modulation architectures, and optoelectronic transfer dynamics for low-distortion microwave transport and processing.

Optical links Electro-optic modulation Photodetection

OEO Architectures

OEO

FDML-OEO modeling, phase-noise characterization, and loop stability optimization for ultra-low jitter microwave generation.

Intelligent RF Signal Processing

ML-RF

CNN-BiLSTM digital twin for instantaneous chirp-frequency estimation with R² = 0.95 and RMSE = 185.5 MHz across a 2.337 GHz span.

Simulation-Driven Engineering

Modeling

Electromagnetic, photonic, and system-level simulations to validate feasibility, quantify risk, and guide experimental design decisions.

Research & Engineering Toolkit

Core environments used for RF/photonic simulation, system design, and ML prototyping with reproducible workflows.

MATLAB OptiSystem CST ADS AWR Python PyTorch

Publications & Talks

Scholarly output and technical presentations

A structured space to document peer-reviewed work and invited talks in RF, microwave photonics, optoelectronic oscillators, and machine learning for signal processing. Entries below are placeholders designed for accurate, verifiable metadata.

Selected Publications

3 placeholders

Add full citation details including title, venue, volume, and DOI when available.

  1. Paper Title Placeholder

    Venue / Journal Placeholder · Volume / Issue

    Year

    Topic area: RF systems / microwave photonics / optoelectronic oscillators

  2. Paper Title Placeholder

    Conference / Symposium Placeholder · Location

    Year

    Topic area: ML for RF signal processing / digital twins

  3. Paper Title Placeholder

    Journal / Transactions Placeholder · Under review / accepted

    Year

    Topic area: noise analysis / oscillator stability / modeling

Talks & Presentations

2 placeholders

Add invited talks, seminar presentations, or conference sessions with hosting institutions.

  • Talk Title Placeholder

    Host / Conference Placeholder · City, Country

    Year

    Topic area: FDML-OEO simulation / noise analysis

  • Talk Title Placeholder

    Seminar / Lab Placeholder · Department

    Year

    Topic area: ML-assisted RF signal intelligence

A full list of publications, preprints, and invited talks can be shared upon request.

Now

Current focus & priorities

This section captures the work I am actively prioritizing at the moment — it is meant to be a living snapshot rather than a permanent biography.

RF–Photonics–AI convergence

Advancing research at the intersection of RF systems, microwave photonics, and intelligent signal processing, with emphasis on robust modeling and measurable performance.

PhD readiness & collaboration

Preparing targeted PhD applications while building international research relationships that align with high-impact RF and photonics initiatives.

Scalable engineering workflows

Strengthening cloud-ready and data-centric engineering practices that support simulation, reproducibility, and large-scale technical computing.

Resume / CV

A concise, academically rigorous record of training, research, and technical leadership.

The CV consolidates my M.Sc. education in Telecommunications (Fields & Waves), ranked #1 at the University of Kashan, alongside focused research in RF/microwave engineering, microwave photonics, and optoelectronic oscillators. It is prepared for PhD applications, international collaboration, and high-impact R&D roles, with clear documentation of methods, outcomes, and toolchains.

  • Graduate rank #1, M.Sc. Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications).
  • Research profile in FDML-OEO modeling, phase-noise analysis, and RF photonics.
  • Machine learning for RF systems with CNN-BiLSTM digital twin outcomes.
  • Simulation & implementation tools: MATLAB, CST, ADS, AWR, OptiSystem, Python.
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What the CV highlights

  • Ranked #1 in Telecommunications (Fields & Waves), University of Kashan — M.Sc. with honors.
  • RF & microwave engineering, microwave photonics, and optoelectronic oscillator modeling.
  • Machine learning for RF systems, including a CNN-BiLSTM digital twin for chirp estimation.
  • Simulation & tools: MATLAB, OptiSystem, CST, ADS, AWR, Python, PyTorch.

CV file will be shared upon request and final update

Contact

Let’s connect for doctoral research, collaboration, or R&D impact

I welcome PhD supervision inquiries, research collaboration discussions, and industry R&D conversations at the intersection of RF, microwave photonics, and intelligent signal systems.

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If an introduction through a colleague is preferred, I am happy to connect via mutual academic or industry contacts.