Ted Rappaport

Ted Rappaport is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and Radiology at New York University. He holds appointments across multiple departments, reflecting his interdisciplinary research focus. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within NYU's engineering schools.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Purdue University, 1987
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Purdue University, 1984
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Purdue University, 1982

Research Interests: Rappaport specializes in wireless communication systems, compressed sensing for wireless and video applications, RF/Analog circuit design, antennas, and medical wireless technologies. He leads the NYU WIRELESS research center, advancing innovations in 5G/6G and mmWave communications.

Labs/Teams: Director of NYU WIRELESS, a multidisciplinary research group focusing on next-generation wireless systems.