Dr. Layla WAKRIM

Biography

Dr. Layla Wakrim is a passionate teacher and researcher specializing in telecommunications and computer science, networks, and cybersecurity. With a PhD in physical sciences and engineering, she explores the integration of artificial intelligence and optimization algorithms in the design of innovative antennas and advanced communication systems for 5G/6G and smart networks. She also works on smart intrusion detection solutions to enhance the security of digital infrastructures. A prolific author, she publishes in indexed journals and international conferences, and collaborates with renowned researchers.

Layla stands out for its ability to combine scientific rigor with technological creativity, aiming for intelligent, high-performance, and secure communication solutions.

Education & Degrees

Year	University	Degree/Position
May 2018	The Semlalia Faculty of Sciences in Marrakesh	Doctor of Physical Sciences and Engineering - Specialization: "Telecommunications and Signal Processing"
July 2010	The Semlalia Faculty of Sciences of Marrakech (FSSM)	Master's in Energy, Electronics, and Automation (EnEA)
June 2008	The Faculty of Science and Technology of Marrakech (FSTG).	Professional Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional experience

Year	Function
2025 - Present	Associate Researcher, aivancity
January 2022 - Today	Permanent lecturer in Networks and Telecommunications at the Higher Institute of Engineering and Business (ISGA) Marrakech
October 2018–January 2022	Professor at the Private University of Marrakech
October 2019–June 2021	Supervision of practical work at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia Marrakech
November 2013	Best Paper Award at the 2SCS’13 International Conference in Agadir

Publications

Fatim-Zahra Bennioui, Asma Khabba, Karima Ait Bouslam, Layla Wakrim, Saida Ibnyaich, Abdelouhab Zeroual, Zahriladha Zakaria, and Ahmed J. A. Al-Gburi. Genetic Algorithm Optimization of a Wideband Rectangular Patch Antenna with an Asymmetric U-Slot and Partial Ground for Ku-Band Satellite Communication. Progress In Electromagnetics Research M, Vol. 133, 51–60, 2025
K., Abouhssous, Khadija, Wakrim Layla, A., Zugari, Asmaa, A., Zakriti, Alia A multi-objective genetic algorithm approach applied to compact meander branch line couplers design for 5G-enabled IoT applications. J Comput Electron 23, 634–646 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10825-024-02155-8 (IF=2.2).
Asma Khabba, Jamal Amadid, Zakaria El Ouadi, Layla Wakrim, Saida Ibnyaich, Ahmed Jamal Abdullah Al-Gburi, and Abdelouhab Zeroual. Micro-Sized Graphene-based UWB, Annular Ring Patch Antenna for Short-Range High-Speed Terahertz Wireless Systems, book chapter: Recent Advances in Graphene Nanophotonics May 2023. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-28942-2_10 (Scopus)
KHABBA, Asma, AMADID, Jamal, WAKRIM, Layla, et al. A new miniaturized wideband self-isolated two-port MIMO antenna for 5G millimeter-wave applications. TELKOMNIKA (Telecommunication Computing Electronics and Control), 2023, vol. 21, no. 3, pp. 630-640. (Scopus)
ABOUHSSOUS, Khadija, WAKRIM, Layla, ZUGARI, Asmaa, et al. A three-band patch antenna using a defected ground structure optimized by a genetic algorithm for modern wireless mobile applications. Jordanian Journal of Computers and Information Technology, 2023, vol. 9, no. 1 (Scopus, Web of Science)
Wakrim, L. Khabba, A. Amadid, J. Ibnyaich, S. "A SEMI-DEFECTED GROUND PLANE AND A BINARY GENETIC ALGORITHM FOR DESIGNING A VERY COMPACT TRIPLE-BAND PIFA ANTENNA." Jordanian Journal of Computers and Information Technology, 2022, 8(4), pp. 308–317 (Scopus, Web of Science).
Khabba, A., Wakrim, L., Ibnyaich, S. et al. Beam-Steerable Ultra-Wide-Band Miniaturized Elliptical Phased Array Antenna Using Inverted-L-Shaped Modified Inset Feed and Defected Ground Structure for 5G Smartphones Millimeter-Wave Applications. Wireless Pers Commun 125, 3801–3833 (2022).
Wakrim, L., El Yassini, A., Khabba, A. et al. Dual Band PIFA MIMO Antenna Design with High Isolation for Mobile and Wireless Applications by Using the Genetics Algorithms and Non-uniform Overlapping Method. Wireless Pers Commun 125, 1145–1161 (2022).
Ibnyaich, S., Chabaa, S., Wakrim, L. et al. A Pentagonal Shaped Microstrip Planar Antenna with Defected Ground Structure for Ultrawideband Applications. Wireless Pers Commun 124, 499–515 (2022).
Khabba, A., Wakrim, L., Ibnyaich, S. et al. Beam-Steerable Ultra-Wide-Band Miniaturized Elliptical Phased Array Antenna Using Inverted-L-Shaped Modified Inset Feed and Defected Ground Structure for 5G Smartphones Millimeter-Wave Applications. Wireless Pers Commun 125, 3801–3833 (2022).
Khabba, A., Mohapatra, S., Wakrim, L. et al. Multiband antenna design with high gain and robust spherical coverage using a new 3D phased array structure for 5G mobile phone MM-wave applications. Analog Integr Circ Sig Process 110, 331–348 (2022).
L. Wakrim, A. EL Yassini, A. Khabba, S. Ibnyaich, M. M. Hassani "Novel Design of Triple Band PIFA Antenna by Using Binary Genetic Algorithm." Journal of Computational Electronics 2021.
S. Ibnyaich, L. Wakrim, M. M. Hassani, "Nonuniform Semi-patches for Designing an Ultra Wideband PIFA Antenna by Using Genetic Algorithm Optimization," Wireless Personal Communications 117, 957–969 (2021)
A. KHABBA, L. WAKRIM, S. IBNYAICH, M. M. HASSANI. Multi-Band Planar-Inverted-F-Antenna Design for WIFI WIMAX and WLAN Applications. Chapter in book Digital Technologies and Applications June 2021.
L. Wakrim, S. Ibnyaich, M. M. Hassani, "Multiband Operation and Performance Enhancement of the PIFA Antenna by Using Particle Swarm Optimization and Overlapping Method," Applied Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing, Volume 2017, Article ID 3481709, 8 pages (SCOPUS, WEB OF SCIENCE)
L. Wakrim, S. Ibnyaich, M. M. Hassani, "Slotted Multiband PIFA Antenna with Slotted Ground Plane for Wireless Mobile Applications"
L. Wakrim, S. Ibnyaich, M. M. Hassani, "The study of the ground plane effect on a Multiband PIFA Antenna by using Genetic Algorithm and Particle Swarm Optimization," J. Microw. Optoelectron. Electromagn. Appl. vol.15 no.4, Dec. 2016 (SCOPUS).

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