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Research interests
- µPower consumption & low data rate embedded systems
- RFID/backscatter sensors, Bluetooth, cellular networks
- RF energy harvesting circuits
- Satellite communications
- Software-defined radios (SDRs)
- Low-cost, wireless sensors for agriculture
Biography
Dr. Spyridon Daskalakis, commonly known as Spyros, is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University, specializing in Radio Electronics for Sensors and Wireless Communications. He holds a Ph.D. from Heriot-Watt University’s renowned Antenna Engineering Group. Born in Megali Vrysi, a village in Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Spyros pursued his engineering education at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Technical University of Crete, excelling in both his undergraduate and master’s studies.
Before joining Heriot-Watt University, Dr. Daskalakis worked as a Senior Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer at Cirrus Logic in Edinburgh. He also has experience in satellite communications from his tenure at Celestia UK. His research focuses on developing ultra-low-power, cost-effective embedded systems, and sensors, with significant contributions to RF and wireless communication technologies.
Spyros is passionate about innovation and advancing the field of wireless communications. He is committed to fostering a collaborative and inspiring learning environment, preparing students to meet the challenges of the future. Beyond his professional life, he has a deep love for travel and the thrill of discovering new places and cultures.
For more details about his work and research interests, please visit his personal website: www.daskalakispiros.com.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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The New Era of Long-Range “Zero-Interception” Ambient Backscattering Systems: 130 m with 130 nA Front-End Consumption
Daskalakis, S.-N., Georgiadis, A., Tentzeris, M. M., Goussetis, G. & Deligeorgis, G., 1 Jun 2022, In: Sensors. 22, 11, 4151.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A printed millimetre-wave modulator and antenna array for backscatter communications at gigabit data rates
Kimionis, J., Georgiadis, A., Daskalakis, S. N. & Tentzeris, M. M., Jun 2021, In: Nature Electronics. 4, 6, p. 439–446 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Backscatter Communications
Torres, R., Caldeira, R., Borges Carvalho, N., Daskalakis, S.-N., Goussetis, G., Ding, Y., Georgiadis, A., Eid, A., Hester, J. & Tentzeris, M. M., Oct 2021, In: IEEE Journal of Microwaves. 1, 4, p. 864-878 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Heartbeat and Respiration Detection Using a Low Complexity CW Radar System
Kontou, P., Ben Smida, S., Nektarios Daskalakis, S., Nikolaou, S., Dragone, M. & Anagnostou, D. E., 2 Feb 2021, 50th European Microwave Conference (EuMC). IEEE, p. 929-932 4 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Internet of things: A review on theory based impedance matching techniques for energy efficient RF systems
Couraud, B., Vauche, R., Daskalakis, S. N., Flynn, D., Deleruyelle, T., Kussener, E. & Assimonis, S., Jun 2021, In: Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications. 11, 2, 16.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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