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Research interests
Dr. Oluyomi Simpson has over 10 years of experience in initiating, conducting, contributing to, and leading high-quality research. His technical expertise spans algorithms, optimisation, and the hardware design and implementation of communication systems, including wireless communication, RF systems, and digital systems. His research activities are rooted in innovative, interdisciplinary applications, with a strong emphasis on developing novel approaches to engineering challenges. Specifically, his research interests span a range of topics in wireless communication and RF systems, including:
- 6G Wireless Communication Systems
- Near-field Wireless Communications and Sensing
- Cognitive radio communication systems
- Physical Layer Security
- Machine Learning in Communications
- Cooperative and relay networks and communications
- RFID technologies and applications
- RF Energy Harvesting Communication
Research Supervision
I am seeking self-motivated students interested in pursuing a Master's by Research (MRes) or Ph.D. in 6G-related topics at the Wireless and Mobile Communication Lab. Research areas include, but are not limited to:
- Near-field Wireless Communications and Sensing
- Simultaneously Transmitting and Reflecting Surfaces (STARS)
- Cognitive Spectrum Sharing and Optimization
- Next-Generation Multiple Access
Applicants should have a strong background in wireless communications, signal processing, mathematical optimization, or machine learning. If you are interested in joining my team, please email me your CV or contact me via LinkedIn.
I also welcome applications for postdoctoral positions or visiting student/scholar opportunities and am happy to support your proposal applications.
Overview
Dr. Oluyomi Simpson received his PhD in Communications and Electronics Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire (UH), Hatfield, UK. His doctoral research focused on cognitive and cooperative wireless communications. Dr. Simpson is an Associate Professor of Communications Systems and Electronics and the Head of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the academic lead of the Communications Lab, and a key researcher in the Wireless Communication and RF Systems Research Lab within the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science (SPECS) at UH. He has authored over 50 publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences and has contributed to edited research books.
Dr. Simpson, a senior member of IEEE, currently serves as an Associate Editor for IEEE Communications Letters. His editorial contributions include serving as a Topic Editor for Machine Learning in Communication Systems and Networks. He was also the Lead Guest Editor of the special issue Cognitive and AI-enabled Wireless and Mobile Communications, published in IET Communications, which highlights cutting-edge research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and wireless technologies. He is the editor and author of the scholarly book series Machine Learning in Communication Systems and Networks, which explores the integration of machine learning techniques into modern communication systems. Further demonstrating his engagement with forward-looking technologies, Dr. Simpson is currently editing a forthcoming special topic titled Energy Harvesting and Power Transfer for Communications and Networks. He is also the inventor of a patented technology titled RFID Tag for Sample Rack.
His research interests and technical expertise lie in wireless communication and RF systems, including 6G wireless communication systems, physical layer security, machine learning in communications, cognitive radio systems, cooperative and relay networks, RFID technologies and applications, and RF energy harvesting communications. Dr. Simpson’s research embraces an innovative, interdisciplinary focus. He has led, supervised, and contributed to projects that enable the effective adoption of wireless communication algorithms, RF techniques, and sensor fusion in telecommunications, electronics, instrumentation, and the manufacturing industry. His research has been funded by government and industry bodies including UKRI-Innovate UK, Research England, European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), Royal Society, and Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
Teaching specialisms
Mobile Communication Systems
Satellite and Terrestrial Communication Systems
Telecommunication Systems
Electronic Communication System
Digital Design and Embedded Systems
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Advanced Telematics and RFID Systems for Asset Monitoring in Emergency Medical Services
Simpson, O. (PI) & Sun, Y. (CoI)
6/01/25 → 5/01/27
Project: Research
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Kick Start KTP - Phase 2 Microwave
Simpson, O. (PI), Sun, Y. (CoPI) & Olaiwole, E. (Researcher)
1/12/25 → 31/05/26
Project: Consultancy
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Assessing the impact of strain on temperature readings of a novel sensor developed by 3-Sci Ltd
King, S. (Researcher), Jombo, G. (PI), Simpson, O. (CoI), Duan, W. (CoI) & Bowles, A. (CoI)
3/02/25 → 31/07/25
Project: Research
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Advanced Sensing and Optimisationfor Indoor Wireless Localisation
Simpson, O. (PI) & Awosemusi, K. (Researcher)
16/12/24 → 31/07/25
Project: Research
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KTP Kick Start – Ortus Telematics: RFID Asset Monitoring
Simpson, O. (PI)
27/07/23 → 31/12/23
Project: Research
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Robust Channel Estimation for RIS-Aided Communication Systems Under Unknown Mutual Coupling
Talib, A., Sun, Y. & Simpson, O., 23 Sept 2026, In: IEEE Communications Letters.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Machine Learning in Communication Systems and Networks, 2nd Edition
Sun, Y. (Editor), Lee, H. (Editor) & Simpson, O. (Editor), 11 Sept 2026, 2nd Edition ed. MDPI Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute. 306 p. (Applied Sciences)(Electronics)(Journal of Sensor and Actuator Networks)(Photonics)(Sensors)(Telecom)Research output: Book/Report › Book
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A Novel Soft-Switching Resonant ZVS DC-DC Step-Up Converter for Ultra-Low-Power Applications
Nourieh, N., Hussain, S. M., Simpson, O. & Sun, Y., 16 Jul 2026, (Accepted/In press) The 52nd Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IECON 2026).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Pilot-Efficient Channel Estimation for RIS-Aided Wireless Communication Systems: A Systematization
Talib, A., Sun, Y. & Simpson, O., 9 Jul 2026, In: IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society. 7, p. 7957-7979 23 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Machine Learning for Intelligent and Adaptive Communication Systems: From Optimization to Emerging Paradigms
Lee, H., Sun, Y. & Simpson, O., 4 May 2026, In: Sensors (Switzerland). 26, 9, 5 p., 2882.Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › peer-review
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