Mustafa Ergen

Mustafa Ergen is a Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), where he conducts cutting-edge research in next-generation wireless networks, including 5G, 6G, edge computing, and satellite integration.

Research Interests: His work spans Wireless Communication, AI-Enabled Networking, Heterogeneous Networks, Handover Engineering, Internet of Things (IoT), and Performance Analysis. He is particularly active in the integration of AI and machine learning into network optimization and routing.

Recent Research Trends: His latest publications (2023–2025) focus on AI-enabled routing, handover decisions in 6G with edge computing, and integration of 5G/6G with Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite networks. These works reflect a strong emphasis on seamless global connectivity, latency reduction, and intelligent resource allocation in future networks.

Scientific Contributions:

• Extensive publication record with over 66 research outputs
• High citation impact, with individual papers cited over 30 times on Scopus
• Active in international collaborations, particularly in Malaysia and the Middle East
• Published in top journals such as Alexandria Engineering Journal, ICT Express, and Results in Engineering

Advising and Grants: While specific student names and grants are not listed, his role as a professor and principal investigator on multiple projects suggests active supervision of graduate students and leadership in funded research initiatives.

Labs and Teams: Although specific lab names are not mentioned, his research profile indicates leadership in a research group focused on future wireless networks and edge computing systems at ITU.