Faculty of Electronic Engineering | Egypt
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Electronics and Electrical Communications Engineering. With extensive expertise spanning advanced optical communication systems, wireless communication technologies, and radio over fiber systems, he has established himself as a key contributor to the advancement of modern communication networks. Throughout his career, he has authored and co-authored over two hundred scientific papers published in prestigious international journals and conferences, making significant contributions to optical network design, high-speed data transmission, and communication security. His dedication to both research and academia has made him a respected figure among peers, students, and the international scientific community.
Professional Profiles
Education
Prof. Dr. Rashed holds a robust academic foundation in Electronics and Electrical Communications Engineering, having completed his undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies from the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Menoufia University. His master’s research explored the integration of polymer fibers within optical access communication systems, laying the groundwork for enhanced data transfer methods in emerging technologies. His doctoral research delved into both linear and nonlinear approaches in active and passive optical networks, offering innovative insights into long-distance data transmission and improved network performance. This strong educational background has served as a cornerstone for his impactful research career.
Experience
Currently serving as a senior lecturer in the Electronics and Electrical Communications Engineering Department at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Prof. Dr. Rashed is deeply involved in teaching, mentoring, and guiding students in cutting-edge research. His professional journey includes active participation in international research collaborations, editorial responsibilities in high-impact journals, and extensive peer-review work for numerous renowned scientific publications. Over the years, he has contributed to the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced optical and wireless networks, demonstrating a unique ability to bridge theoretical principles with practical applications in the telecommunications sector.
Research Interests
Prof. Dr. Rashed’s research interests are primarily centered around transmission capacity, high data rate products, and achieving long-distance communication in both passive and active optical networks. His expertise encompasses optical network security, management strategies, and innovations in radio over fiber communication systems. He is also keenly interested in wireless optical access networks, analog communication systems, and the development of advanced optical filters and sensors. His works often focus on enhancing the reliability, speed, and scalability of modern communication infrastructures while ensuring secure and sustainable network operations.
Awards and Recognitions
Prof. Dr. Rashed’s contributions to the scientific community have earned him recognition on multiple platforms. One of his notable achievements includes the publication of a highly impactful research article titled “High reliability optical interconnections for short range applications in high performance optical communication systems” in Optics and Laser Technology (Elsevier Publisher), which was recognized as one of the most popular downloaded articles in its field. His active role as an editorial board member in several high-profile international journals and as a peer reviewer for leading publications in electronics, optoelectronics, and information technology further demonstrates his influence and standing in the academic and research ecosystem.
Publications
Raut, P., Panda, D. K., & Rashed, A. N. Z. (2025). “Analysis of Dual Material Gate InSb/Si Heterojunction Silicon on Insulator Tunnel Field Effect Transistor (DMG-HJ-SOI-TFET) Biosensor for CREB-2 Protein Detection” in Sensing and Imaging.
Hasan, M. G., Islam, M. A., Ferdous, A. H. M. I., Noor, K. S., Islam, M. S., Sadeque, M. G., & Rashed, A. N. Z. (2025). “Environmental Monitoring with Sensitive Photonic Fiber Sensors for Hazardous Chemicals” in International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer.
Kumar, V. P., Raut, P., Panda, D. K., & Rashed, A. N. Z. (2025). “Exploring Next-Generation TMDC Materials: A Comprehensive Review of Their Classifications, Properties, and Applications” in Silicon.
Kundu, D., Roy, S., Mustak, R., Eid, M. M. A., Rashed, A. N. Z., Mondol, N., Ferdous, A. H. M. I., Hossain, M. A., & Hossain, M. B. (2025). “Feasibility of Halide Perovskite Material-Based Hybrid Surface Plasmon Resonance Biosensor for Formalin Detection: A Numerical Investigation” in Plasmonics.
Vineetha, K. V., Kumar, M. S., Durgaprasadarao, P., Reddy, S. S. M., Kumari, K. A., Vysyaaraju, L. R., Madhav, B. T. P., Ahammad, S. H., Eid, M. M. A., & Rashed, A. N. Z. (2025). “Design and Analysis of Sunshine‐Shaped MIMO Antenna for High Demand in Data Rates and Ultra‐Fast Sixth‐Generation Wireless Communications Through THz Spectrum Range” in International Journal of Communication Systems.
Prabu, R. T., Sundar, S., Thangaraj, J., Murugesan, V., Chidambaram, V., Balasubramanian, P., Rashed, A. N. Z., & Ahammad, S. H. (2025). “Efficient Mach–Zehnder Modulators with High-Pumped Laser-Based Multimode Doped Fibers in High-Modulated Optical Coded Systems” in Journal of Optics.
Conclusion
Through an extensive body of work, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed has significantly advanced the fields of optical and wireless communication. His pioneering research, combined with his academic leadership, continues to inspire innovations in communication systems, contributing to the evolution of next-generation network technologies. With a strong commitment to scientific excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic mentorship, he stands as a leading figure driving progress in advanced optical networks, sustainable communication infrastructures, and secure high-speed data transmission for the future.