Umar Iqbal, Ph.D., P. Eng. Email & Phone Number

Dr. Iqbal, an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Founding Faculty of the College of Engineering at Illinois State University, is a leading autonomous system and multisensor systems expert specializing in system integration, data fusion, robotics, control, wearables, indoor navigation, and autonomous vehicle navigation. His impact is evident in 50+ influential publications, 900+ citations, and an h-index 17. Dr. Iqbal's pioneering work spans MEMS-based inertial systems, GPS integration, high-precision smartphone positioning, LiDAR based landing zone identification, pedestrian positioning, and integrating electronic scanning radars and magnetometer with inertial sensors for GNSS challenging scenarios. His versatile expertise underscores his commitment to advancing technology and education.As a dedicated educator, Dr. Iqbal has expertly designed curricula addressing the diverse needs of today's engineers. His extensive teaching portfolio encompasses over 25 unique courses delivered 60 times, encompassing a wide range of topics from advanced topics like Multisensor data Fusion, Estimation Techniques, Feedback Control Systems, and Robotics to fundamental subjects like Circuits, Electronics, Electromagnetic, Engineering Design, Product Development, and Signals and Systems. Beyond teaching, Dr. Iqbal's impactful research, like his work on Blended Learning, the Impact of COVID-19 on Engineering Education and Integrating Design Thinking in Education, shapes modern engineering practices. His commitment to educational excellence forms a robust foundation for the future of engineering, bridging the gap between academia and practical skills.Dr. Iqbal has been honored for his excellence in research, volunteering, and teaching through multiple accolades, including a prestigious $1.48 million NSF grant and the Dr. George Adebiyi Award for Outstanding Teaching. As a senior IEEE member and registered Professional Engineer, he personifies professional excellence. Additionally, Dr. Iqbal's editorial work with leading academic journals and his roles as faculty advisor for the Mississippi State University EcoCAR EV Challenge team and Chair of the Physics and Engineering Division at the Mississippi Academy of Sciences highlight his leadership and commitment to the scientific community.

Listed skills include Simulations, Signal Processing, Matlab, Algorithms, and 34 others.