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Wireless Connectivity: Innovations and Challenges for a Connected World
October 24, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm
Please join the College of Engineering and Computer Science for our Hulings Distinguished Lecture Series guest speaker, Reza Rofougaran, Ph.D., who will discuss “Wireless Connectivity: Innovations and Challenges for a Connected World”.
Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in the development and deployment of wireless communication systems. AI-powered algorithms can be used to optimize network performance, improve spectral efficiency, and enhance the user experience. In this talk, Dr. Rofougaran will discuss the various applications of AI in wireless communication, including:
Network optimization: AI can be used to optimize network parameters, such as resource allocation, power control, and interference management.
Spectrum management: AI can be used to develop more efficient spectrum-sharing techniques, allowing for more devices to be connected to the network.
User experience: AI can be used to personalize the user experience, such as by providing customized content and services.
Plug and play and ease of deployments: AI can be used to make wireless networks easier to deploy and manage.
Reliability and robustness: AI can be used to improve the reliability and robustness of wireless networks.
Radio management: AI can be used to optimize the performance of radio networks.
Dr. Rofougaran will also discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with the use of AI in wireless communication. He will argue that AI is essential for the development of next-generation wireless networks, such as 5G, 6G, Wi-Fi 8, Virtual Fiber, and Virtual Ethernet.
About the Speaker
Reza Rofougaran is an entrepreneur and engineer renowned for his pioneering work in RF CMOS technology and the integration of RF radio with digital processors. This innovation has enabled short-range wireless connectivity, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and millimeter RF technologies, impacting over 90% of today’s internet traffic and wireless connections.
His career is marked by significant achievements:
Co-founded Innovent Systems Inc. in 1998, which was later acquired by Broadcom Corporation in 2000.
Integrated multiple wireless systems into single-chip CMOS technology while at Broadcom, a pivotal development in smartphone technology.
Co-founded Movandi Corporation in 2016 to further advance 5G wireless network systems.
Authored over 940 issued patents, placing him among the top 50 patent holders worldwide and earning him recognition as a prolific inventor by Wikipedia.
His contributions have been widely recognized through numerous awards and accolades:
2020 CNBC Top 50 Disruptor Companies for Movandi’s impact on 5G technology.
2020 Ellis Island Medal of Honor
2020 National Academy of Engineering Membership
2018 IEEE Industrial Pioneer Award for his research in RF CMOS and its contribution to modern smartphones.
2018 Alumnus of the Year, Henry Samueli School of Engineering, UCLA
Dr. Rofougaran’s expertise and influence extend beyond his entrepreneurial ventures. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), a sought-after keynote speaker at major industry conferences, and a contributor to numerous technical publications and books. His work continues to shape the future of wireless communication.