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Signal Processing and Wireless Communications PhD Projects at TMU

βœ“ Fully Funded πŸŽ“ Signal Processing wireless communications federated learning network coding energy efficient communications internet of things fog-ran uav networks reconfigurable intelligent surfaces

Explore novel research in signal processing and wireless communications at TMU. Develop energy-efficient and resilient technologies for IoT and UAV networks with fully funded projects starting September 2026.

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Why This Research Matters

This research addresses critical challenges in wireless network efficiency, scalability, and resilience, enabling sustainable IoT and UAV applications. Innovative federated learning and network coding approaches have the potential to revolutionize data transmission, improve connectivity, and reduce energy consumption in future communication networks.

Network Coding MEC Federated Learning Resilient Networking and Communications

Project Description

Project Overview

This PhD project focuses on advanced research in signal processing and wireless communications, including areas such as federated learning in wireless networks, network coding techniques, and resilient communication technologies for UAV and IoT networks. The aim is to develop new methods for enhancing energy efficiency, throughput, and connectivity in next-generation communication systems.

What You Will Do

You will investigate and develop novel algorithms for resource allocation, decentralized aggregation, and network coding in complex wireless environments. The projects may involve studies on NOMA-enabled IoT systems, relay-assisted networks, fog and cloud radio access networks, and reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS)-assisted UAV networks.

Expected Outcomes

The research will lead to innovative energy-efficient communication protocols and improved wireless network performance. Outcomes include scalable federated learning frameworks, enhanced content delivery strategies using reinforcement learning, and optimized deployment of RIS technology to improve UAV network connectivity.

Why This Matters

Addressing the challenges of energy consumption, bandwidth efficiency, and connectivity in wireless communication networks is critical for the continued expansion of IoT and smart city technologies. This research delivers practical solutions for sustainable, resilient wireless infrastructures supporting emerging applications in autonomous vehicles, edge computing, and real-time data analytics.

Entry Requirements

Strong academic background in signal processing and wireless communications.

How to Apply

Email your CV and academic transcripts to mohammed.saif@torontomu.ca

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

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Dr. Mohammed Saif
Toronto Metropolitan University

Dr. Mohammed Saif is an Assistant Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University specializing in network coding, mobile edge computing, federated learning, and resilient wireless communications. His research focuses on energy efficiency, scalable federated learning, and advanced coding techniques for next-generation IoT and UAV networks. He is recognized for impactful contributions to wireless communication theory and applications.

Key Publications

2022 78 citations
Energy-efficient resource allocation for federated learning in NOMA-enabled and relay-assisted Internet of Things networks
2023 67 citations
Decentralized aggregation for energy-efficient federated learning via D2D communications
2020 38 citations
Throughput maximization in cloud-radio access networks using cross-layer network coding
2022 30 citations
A joint reinforcement-learning enabled caching and cross-layer network code in F-RAN with D2D communications
2019 26 citations
Cross-layer cloud offloading with quality of service guarantees in fog-RANs

Research Contributions

Developed energy-efficient resource allocation methods for federated learning in NOMA-enabled and relay-assisted IoT networks.
Improves energy consumption and efficiency in large-scale IoT learning systems.
Proposed decentralized aggregation techniques for energy-efficient federated learning using device-to-device communications.
Enables scalable and efficient federated learning in distributed wireless networks.
Maximized throughput in cloud-radio access networks through cross-layer network coding.
Enhances network performance and data transmission efficiency in next-generation wireless systems.
Introduced reinforcement learning enabled caching combined with cross-layer network coding in fog radio access networks with D2D communications.
Improves content delivery and resource allocation in fog computing environments.

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