Kagan Topalli
About Kagan Topalli
Kagan Topalli is a Senior Antenna Engineer at Astranis, with extensive experience in antenna design for satellite applications. He has held various academic and research positions in Turkey and the United States, contributing to the field of sensors as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Sensors Journal.
Current Role at Astranis
Kagan Topalli serves as a Senior Antenna Engineer at Astranis, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of antenna systems, contributing to the company's mission of providing innovative satellite solutions. His expertise in satellite applications is integral to the advancement of Astranis' technology.
Previous Academic Positions
Kagan Topalli held several academic positions prior to his current role. He worked as an Assistant Professor and Principal Investigator at Bilkent University from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Professor at Ted University from 2012 to 2014. His academic career also includes a role as a Post Doctoral Researcher at The Ohio State University from 2010 to 2012.
Consulting and Research Experience
Topalli has extensive consulting and research experience. He worked as a Consultant at Tubitak from 2012 to 2016 and as Chief Research Scientist at Tubitak Uzay from 2016 to 2018. His research contributions include EMI/EMC considerations for space applications, ensuring compliance with electromagnetic compatibility standards.
Education and Academic Background
Kagan Topalli earned his Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (Middle East Technical University) from 1997 to 2001. He continued his studies at the same institution, achieving a Doctorate in Philosophy from 2001 to 2007. His education laid the foundation for his expertise in antenna design and sensor technology.
Research Interests and Contributions
Topalli's research interests encompass advanced topics such as THz sensors and imaging systems, RF MEMS structures, and reconfigurable antennas. He also contributes to the field as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Sensors Journal, where he plays a role in disseminating research findings related to sensors.