Lotfollah Shafai of Manitoba University is recognized for his many award-winning antenna system designs for the Satcom industry, and for his technical contributions to communications and antenna research, which include CAD software for optimal design of satellite communications, remote sensing and radio astronomy antennas. He has also played a leadership role at NSERC, including Group Chair for Engineering, strategic panels and chair of grant selection committees. He has created a world-class antenna laboratory at the University of Manitoba, founded successful ANTEM series of international conferences and provided generous assistance to students and others in establishing new electromagnetics and telecom companies.
Among many awards the followings reflect his dedication to student education and telecommunications research.
From IEEE antennas and Propagation Society:
- Recipient of Chen-To Tai Distinguished Educator Award, 2009
- __________John Kraus Antenna Award, 2013
- __________ Edward Alschuler Prize paper Award, 2014
- __________ Distinguished Achievement Award, 2018
From International Union of Radio Science, URSI:
Booker Gold Medal, 2017
From Canada Council:
Killam Prize in Engineering, 2011