Nader F. Mir

Dr. Nader F. Mir is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at San Jose State University, where he serves in the Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering within the Electrical Engineering Department. His office is located in Engineering Building E251 at One Washington Square, San Jose, California 95192. With extensive experience in academia and research, Dr. Mir has served as Department Associate Chair and continues to contribute significantly to the field of electrical engineering and computer networking.

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Washington University (1995)
• Author of the widely adopted textbook 'Computer and Communication Networks' (3rd Edition expected 2023-24)
• Holds US Patent 7,012,895 B1 for 'Packet-Switching Network with Symmetrical Topology'
• Series Technical Editor for IEEE Communications Standards Magazine (2015-present)

Dr. Mir's research spans computer networks, protocols, TCP/IP, virtualization, AI, cloud data centers, network security, and multimedia networking. His work focuses on the intersection of theoretical networking principles and practical implementation challenges, particularly in emerging technologies like software-defined networking and network function virtualization. He has made significant contributions to understanding high-speed switching systems, multimedia streaming optimization, and cloud network architecture.

His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward AI-driven network management, edge computing, and optimizing multi-tenant cloud environments. These works reveal his ability to adapt to evolving technological landscapes while maintaining focus on fundamental networking principles. The publications collectively showcase expertise across computer networking, cloud infrastructure, multimedia systems, and wireless communications.

• Nancy Wheeler Nelson Faculty Excellence Award (2017)
• Faculty Service Recognition Award (2017)
• Faculty Award for Excellence in Scholarship (2015)
• Faculty Author Award (2014)
• Most Effective Professor Award from IEEE-SJSU Society (2004)

Dr. Mir has supervised numerous theses and graduate projects while serving on various Master's and PhD thesis defense committees. Beyond teaching and research, he has secured research grants including a CENIC Network Research Foundation grant for forest fire protection through surveillance sensor networks. His editorial work with IEEE publications has shaped discourse in communications standards and networking technologies. Dr. Mir's leadership extends to organizing major conferences including the IEEE International Conference on Computer Communication Networks and serving as chair for multiple international conferences.