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Edinburgh Napier University Centre for Cybersecurity, IoT & Cyberphysical Systems
Cyberphysical Systems Research Group
School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Pioneering cutting-edge research across smart sensor technologies, RF & microwave engineering, robotics, intelligent control, and sustainable energy systems.
11+
Academic Faculty
8+
PhD Researchers
6+
Specialized Labs
2
MSc Programmes
EPSRC / EU
Funded Research
About the Group
Advancing Next-Generation Cyberphysical Systems
The Cyberphysical Systems Research Group (CSRG) at Edinburgh Napier University brings together academic experts, postdoctoral fellows, and postgraduate researchers dedicated to solving fundamental and applied challenges in connected, intelligent engineering.
Our multi-disciplinary research bridges theoretical modeling, computational electromagnetics, physical fabrication, and real-world deployment across four core domains: Internet of Things, RF/microwave engineering, autonomous robotics, and renewable microgrids.
The group is led by Professor Hongnian Yu, with Professor Chan Hwang See serving as Deputy Group Leader.
Learn more about the Centre for Cybersecurity, IoT & Cyberphysical Systems (CIC)
Latest News & Updates
Research News & Highlights
Latest updates, project milestones, keynote addresses, and academic exchanges from air4health.uk and the Cyberphysical Systems Research Group.
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Research Hub
Core Research Themes
Our cross-cutting research is organized around four fundamental pillars combining theoretical investigation, experimental testbeds, and commercial applications.
IoT & Smart Sensing
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Smart sensor technologies
- Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) design
RF, Microwave & Communications
- RF/microwave energy harvesting
- Wireless power transmission
- Metamaterials and metasurfaces for future wireless communications
- Applied and computational electromagnetics
- Antenna technologies
- Optical fibre technologies
- Future communication systems and RF security
Robotics & Intelligent Systems
- Autonomous systems
- Robotics and intelligent control
- Computational intelligence
Energy & Sustainable Systems
- Power electronics
- Smart grids
- Renewable energies
Scholarly Output
Selected Publications & Research Output
Recent peer-reviewed journal papers and conference proceedings published by members of the Cyberphysical Systems Research Group in premier IEEE, ASME, and international journals.
Numerical Design of a THz Metamaterial Biosensor for Early Skin and Breast Cancer Detection
International Journal of Integrated Engineering (2026)
A comprehensive review of frequency response and control strategies for grid-connected solar photovoltaic systems
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (2026)
Nitrate Pollution Mapping for Reservoirs Using Flexible Sensors Integrated with Underwater Robot
IEEE Internet of Things Journal (2025)
Multifunctional flexible and stretchable electrochromic energy storage devices
Progress in Materials Science (2024)
Funded Research
Active Projects & Research Grants
Our research programs receive competitive funding from UK and international research councils, the European Union, and industrial partners.
EPSRC / UKRI
2023 - 2026
Energy-Autonomous Cyberphysical Sensing for Sustainable Smart Infrastructure
Investigators: Prof. Chan Hwang See, Prof. Hongnian Yu
Developing self-powered, batteryless sensor nodes combining ambient RF energy harvesting, high-efficiency power management, and resilient wireless connectivity for urban environments.
Horizon Europe / Innovate UK
2023 - 2025
Reconfigurable Intelligent Metasurfaces for Secure 6G Wireless Communications
Investigators: Dr. Naser Ojaroudi Parchin, Dr. Luigi La Spada
Investigating programmable metasurfaces and computational electromagnetics to enhance signal coverage, beamforming agility, and physical-layer wireless security.
Royal Society & Industry Partnership
2022 - 2025
Intelligent Autonomous Robotics for Hazardous Environment Inspection
Investigators: Prof. Hongnian Yu, Dr. Abdelfateh Kerrouche
Designing multi-agent robotic inspection platforms equipped with multi-spectral sensing and resilient control systems for infrastructure maintenance.
Laboratories & Infrastructure
Research & Testing Facilities
We host specialized laboratory facilities covering high-frequency electromagnetic measurement up to 40 GHz, material characterisation, PCB micro-fabrication, and solar energy systems.
Prototype Development & Fabrication
LPKF PCB Milling
PROTOFLOW S4 Smart Oven
Through-Hole Plating
- LPKF Protomat E44 and S104 - PCB milling
- PROTOFLOW S4 smart reflow oven
- LPKF ProConduct through-hole plating
RF & Microwave Measurement
370 MHz - 6 GHz OTA
Vector Analyzer 8 GHz
10 MHz - 40 GHz VNA
EMC Chamber 18 GHz
- MegIQ RMS-0460 radiation measurement system, 370 MHz - 6 GHz
- Aaronia Spectran V6 vector signal and spectrum analyzer, 8 GHz
- Aaronia near- and far-field EMC measurement package, 8 GHz
- R&S TS7124M RF shielded box, 700 MHz - 18 GHz
- R&S ZVA40 network analyser, 10 MHz - 40 GHz
Material Characterisation
Dielectric Probe 200 MHz - 20 GHz
Split Post Resonator 1.9 GHz
- SPEAG DAK3.5 dielectric probe kit, 200 MHz - 20 GHz
- Split Post Dielectric Resonator, 1.9 GHz
Optical Measurement
SM125 Optical Interrogator
AQ6370D Analyzer (600-1700 nm)
- Micron SM125 optical sensing interrogator
- Yokogawa AQ6370D optical spectrum analyzer, 600 - 1700 nm
Solar / Renewable Energy
Solar Simulator
500 Vdc Electronic Load
600V DC Supply
PV Modular Kit
A wide array of state-of-the-art solar energy equipment, used in both research and teaching.
- Solar simulator
- Current-voltage measurement system
- Thermal solar energy basic kit
- Electronic load (AC/DC), 50-350 Vrms / 500 Vdc
- Programmable DC supply, 150 V and 600 V
- Photovoltaic solar energy modular kit
General Electronics & Measurement
10 GSamples/s Oscilloscopes
VNA 460e
Voltera V-One
Formlabs 3D
- Rigol MSO8104 oscilloscope, 1 GHz BW, 10 GSamples/s
- Keysight MSOX4104A oscilloscope, 1 GHz BW, 5 GSamples/s
- R&S RTO6 oscilloscope, 2 GHz BW, 10 GSamples/s
- MegIQ VNA-0460e vector network analyser
- Keysight E4980A LCR meter, 20 Hz - 2 MHz
- Voltera V-One PCB printer
- Formlabs Form 3+ 3D printer
- HP 34420A nanovolt / micro-ohm meter
- HP 4339B high resistance meter
Simulation Software
Ansys
CST Studio
ADS
MATLAB Simulink
SEMCAD X
Modelling real-world phenomena with mathematical formulas, letting researchers observe an operation through simulation without performing it physically.
- MATLAB Simulink
- Keysight Advanced Design System (ADS)
- Ansys
- Dassault Systèmes CST Studio Suite
- SPEAG SEMCAD X
- NI LabVIEW
- OriginLab
Our People
Faculty & Researchers
Academic staff, research fellows, and PhD candidates driving discovery across cybersecurity, RF/microwave engineering, robotics, and cyberphysical intelligence.
Academic Staff & Group Leaders
PhD Researchers
Ateeb Hassan
PhD Researcher
RF Energy Harvesting & Wireless Sensors
Martins Odiamenhi
PhD Researcher
Metasurfaces & Microwave Communication
Haleh J. Basherlou
PhD Researcher
Smart Sensing Technologies for IoT
Febin Paul
PhD Researcher
Robotics & Autonomous Navigation
Ryan Samson
PhD Researcher
Cyberphysical System Security
Abubakar Suleiman
PhD Researcher
Power Electronics in Microgrids
Mehrdad Ghamari
PhD Researcher
Wireless Sensor Network Architectures
ZiFeng He
PhD Researcher
Computational Intelligence in Robotics
Postgraduate Study
Study With Us
Two world-class MSc programmes directly aligned with our research group, offering September and January intakes each year with access to our specialized laboratory facilities.
MSc Digital Technologies for Smart Cities (DTSC)
September & January Intakes Full-time / Part-time
Programme Leader: Dr Luigi La Spada
MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems Engineering
September & January Intakes Full-time / Part-time
Programme Leader: Dr Abdelfateh Kerrouche
Partnerships & Commercialisation
Collaborate With Us
We collaborate actively with leading industrial corporations, innovative SMEs, spin-outs, and international research universities.
Academic Collaboration
Joint research, co-supervision and publications with academic partners across cyberphysical systems, RF/microwave engineering and robotics.
Industry Collaboration
Consultancy, applied R&D and technology commercialisation with companies developing smart technologies.
Facility Access
Access to our RF/microwave, material characterisation, prototyping and solar energy laboratories for joint projects.
Research Projects
Partnering on funded research proposals and grant applications across our core research themes.
Students & Researchers
PhD, MSc by Research and visiting researcher opportunities within an active, multi-disciplinary group.
Connect With Us
Initiate Collaboration Enquiry
Partner with us on funded research proposals, applied contract R&D, commercial innovation, or laboratory facility access.
Get in Touch
Contact Us
For research partnerships, facility access inquiries, or postgraduate opportunities, please contact our group leaders or visit our campus laboratories.
Direct Leadership
Direct Email
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Campus Location
Cyberphysical Systems Research Group
School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment
Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road
Edinburgh, EH10 5EH, United Kingdom
Office & Laboratory Hours
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 17:00 GMT
Visitors are requested to schedule an appointment in advance before accessing research facilities.