Enhanced Communications, Localizations, and Sensing in Near-Field Region
Overview
Near-field Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) unlocks new opportunities for positioning, wireless sensing, and data transmission by leveraging the rich spatial structure of electromagnetic (EM) fields in the near-field region. This talk presents recent advances in EM-based algorithms for near-field ISAC, emphasising physics-compliant and accurate channel models that account for mutual coupling, wavefront curvature, and complex propagation phenomena often overlooked in conventional approaches. We demonstrate how precise modelling of the propagation environment is essential for reliable sensing and for exploiting additional spatial degrees of freedom, enabling superior multiplexing capabilities and improved localisation performance. The presentation will cover algorithmic frameworks, fundamental performance bounds, and the central role of EM-aware signal processing in shaping the next generation of wireless systems.
Presenters
Ahmed Elzanaty, University of Surrey, UK
Brief Biography
Ahmed Elzanaty (S’13-M’18-SM’22) received his PhD degree (cum laude) in electronics, telecommunications, and information technology from the University of Bologna, Italy, in 2018. Currently, he is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) with the Institute for Communication Systems, University of Surrey, U.K. He is serving as the Secretary of the Radio Communications Committee (RCC) within the IEEE Communications Society. He has participated in several national and European projects, such as TUDOR, CHEDDAR, and EuroCPS. His research interests include the design and performance analysis of wireless communication and localization systems.
