Evaluation of Mohsen Zahir Joozdani for the Research for Best Researcher Award
Strengths for the Award
Academic Excellence: Mohsen Zahir Joozdani has consistently demonstrated high academic performance, ranking within the top 0.3% in his undergraduate entrance exams and within the top 2% for graduate studies. This indicates a strong foundational knowledge and dedication to his field.
Research Experience: His work at the Niroo Research Institute as an Assistant Professor involves managing technical projects in the power industry and energy labeling, which shows a solid blend of theoretical and practical research skills. His Ph.D. thesis on radar cross-section reduction and M.Sc. thesis on the interaction of transmission lines and antennas demonstrate expertise in communication and electromagnetic engineering.
Technical Expertise: He possesses extensive skills in designing and testing antennas, microwave devices, and particle accelerators, along with proficiency in advanced simulation tools (e.g., CST, HFSS, COMSOL). His strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, and other languages enhance his research capabilities.
Publications and Teaching: His experience in teaching various communication and electronics courses at multiple institutions indicates a strong commitment to academic dissemination. Additionally, his publication record, though briefly mentioned, supports his ongoing contribution to the field.
Honors and Awards: Being honored as a member of exceptional university talents and ranking highly in competitive exams underscores his recognized potential and achievements in academia.
Areas for Improvement
Language Proficiency: While he has good command over English, further improvement in his TOEFL scores and communication skills might be beneficial, particularly for international collaborations and publications.
Broader Impact and Visibility: While his technical skills and research outputs are commendable, increasing his visibility through more publications in high-impact journals, participation in international conferences, and collaborations could strengthen his profile.
Leadership and Innovation: Highlighting more instances of leadership in research projects or innovative contributions could add to his suitability for this award. Emphasizing his role in leading significant projects or introducing novel techniques would enhance his candidacy.
Educational Background
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Sep. 2013 – Aug. 2018) Institution: Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran. Specialization: Communication Engineering (Fields and Waves) Thesis: Radar cross section reduction of microstrip patch array antenna using frequency selective surface without degradation of antenna propagation characteristics. Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Sep. 2008 – Jun. 2011) Institution: Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran. Specialization: Communication Engineering (Fields and Waves) Thesis: Interaction of coplanar transmission line and long dipole antenna in nearfield zone. Seminar: Optical and microwave invisibility and its applications. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Sep. 2004 – Sep. 2008) Institution: Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran. Specialization: Electronics Project: Design and implementation of a three-phase inverter board with FPGA.
Professional Experience
Assistant Professor (2018 – Present) Institution: Niroo Research Institute, Tehran, Iran. Responsibilities: Technical Manager of the energy labelling of miner laboratory. Installation of optical voltage and current sensors in insulators with optical communication to transmitter and receiver boards. Project Manager for various projects in the power industry. Sector: Information and Communication Research Department