Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan is a highly accomplished researcher and educator in the field of Telecommunication System Engineering. With a Ph.D. from the University of Tehran and extensive experience in academia and industry, Mahsa has established herself as a leading expert in wireless communications, cooperative networking, and cognitive neuroscience. Her passion for advancing the field is evident through her numerous publications, teaching endeavors, and contributions to academic conferences and workshops.
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Mahsa’s contributions have garnered significant attention within the academic community, as evidenced by her author metrics. Her publications have received citations and recognition, reflecting their relevance and impact in the field of telecommunications and related disciplines.
- Citations: 67 citations from 30 documents
- Documents: 13 documents authored or co-authored
- h-index: 6
Education
Ph.D. in Telecommunication System Engineering: University of Tehran, Signal Processing & Communication Systems Lab. Graduated in July 2018. Thesis focused on “Resource Allocation and Beamforming in 5G Networks by Employing Relays.”
MSc in Telecommunication System Engineering: Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran-Iran. Graduated in 2014. Thesis titled “Analysis and Simulation of Cross Layer Design for Cooperative OFDM Systems.”
BSc in Electrical Engineering: Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran-Iran. Graduated in 2012 with honors in Communication and Electronic Engineering.
Research Focus
Mahsa’s research interests span a wide range of topics in telecommunications, including wireless communications, cooperative networking, artificial intelligence and machine learning, beamforming, cognitive neuroscience, 5G networks, interference management, and more. She has made significant contributions to the development of innovative solutions for improving the efficiency and performance of wireless communication systems.
Professional Journey
Mahsa’s professional journey includes roles as an Assistant Professor at the University of Kurdistan, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Regina in Canada, and a Project Collaborator on a Neuroscience project at the University of Gottingen in Germany. She has also served as a lecturer and researcher at various universities in Iran, teaching courses in communication systems, digital communication, signals and systems, and more.
Honors & Awards
Mahsa has received numerous honors and awards throughout her academic and professional career. She ranked first among Ph.D. and MSc students in Communication at the University of Tehran and Amirkabir University of Technology, respectively. She was admitted to her MSc and Ph.D. programs via honor student regulations and graduated with honors in Communication Engineering with two degrees. Additionally, she has been recognized for her achievements in national Olympiads and scientific matches.
Publications Noted & Contributions
Mahsa has authored or co-authored several impactful papers published in prestigious journals and presented at renowned conferences. Her research contributions cover a wide range of topics, including relay channels, cross-layer schemes, space-time coding, beamforming, cooperative networks, adaptive modulation, and more. She has also served as a reviewer for various journals and conferences, further contributing to the advancement of her field.
Title: Performance analysis of power-efficient IRS-Assisted full duplex NOMA systems
- Journal: Physical Communication
- Date: March 2024
- DOI: 10.1016/j.phycom.2024.102338
- Contributors: Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan; Behrouz Maham
Title: Beam tracking in phased array antenna based on the trajectory classification
- Journal: Transactions on Emerging Telecommunications Technologies
- Date: June 2023
- DOI: 10.1002/ett.4769
- Contributors: Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan; Raman Paranjape
Title: Diversity achieving full‐duplex DF relaying with joint relay‐antenna selection under Nakagami‐m fading environment
- Journal: International Journal of Communication Systems
- Date: March 25, 2023
- DOI: 10.1002/dac.5427
- Contributors: Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan; Behrouz Maham
Title: Joint beamforming and space‐time coding in limited‐feedback cooperative networks with threshold‐based MIMO selection relaying
- Journal: Transactions on Emerging Telecommunications Technologies
- Date: December 2019
- DOI: 10.1002/ett.3777
- Contributors: Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan; Ali Olfat
Title: New beamforming and distributed space‐time coding with selection relaying over Nakagami‐m fading channels
- Journal: Transactions on Emerging Telecommunications Technologies
- Date: December 2018
- DOI: 10.1002/ett.3528
- Contributors: Mahsa Shirzadian Gilan; Ali Olfat
Research Timeline
Mahsa’s research journey has been characterized by continuous growth and development. Starting from her undergraduate studies, she has consistently pursued opportunities for learning and innovation. Her timeline includes significant milestones such as completing her Ph.D., conducting postdoctoral research, and contributing to various projects and publications. Each phase of her career has contributed to her expertise and reputation as a leading researcher in telecommunications.
