Michael Rahaim
About Michael Rahaim
Michael Rahaim is an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston, specializing in cooperative systems that utilize Visible Light Communication and conventional RF WLANs. He has a background in Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering and has held various academic and engineering positions, including roles at Boston University and Honeywell.
Work at UMass Boston
Michael Rahaim has been serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2017. In this role, he leads the Ubiquitous Communications and Networking Lab (UCaNLab), focusing on research in cooperative systems and wireless communication technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of Visible Light Communication (LiFi) with conventional RF WLANs, contributing to advancements in dynamic and adaptive networks.
Previous Experience at Boston University
Prior to his current position, Michael Rahaim worked at Boston University in various capacities. He was a Graduate Research Assistant from 2009 to 2015, where he gained extensive research experience. He then served as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2015 to 2017 for two years, followed by a brief tenure as a Lecturer for five months in 2017. His time at Boston University allowed him to develop a strong foundation in electrical and computer systems engineering.
Educational Background
Michael Rahaim's educational journey includes a PhD in Computer Engineering from Boston University, completed between 2009 and 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, which he earned from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he studied Electrical Engineering at the University of New Haven for 11 months in 2008, further enhancing his technical expertise.
Research Focus and Interests
Michael Rahaim's research primarily focuses on cooperative heterogeneous wireless communication systems. He explores the integration of Visible Light Communication (LiFi) with traditional RF WLANs, aiming to improve network performance and reliability. His interests also extend to dynamic and adaptive networks, as well as software defined radio (SDR), reflecting a commitment to advancing communication technologies.
Experience in Embedded Software Development
Before his academic career, Michael Rahaim worked as an Embedded Software Engineer at Honeywell from 2007 to 2009. This role provided him with practical experience in embedded software development, which complements his research and teaching in electrical and computer systems engineering. His background in software engineering contributes to his comprehensive understanding of communication systems.