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Olav Tirkkonen serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Communications and Networking at Aalto University, Finland, a position he has held since August 2006. He leads the Communication Theory research group, driving innovation in wireless communication systems. His academic journey includes a distinguished career spanning industry and academia, with significant contributions to 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies. His educational qualifications are: Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Theoretical Physics, Helsinki University of Technology, 1994 Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Theoretical Physics, Helsinki University of Technology, 1990 Professor Tirkkonen's research interests are centered on wireless communications, with a focus on physical layer processing, coding theory, and quantum information processing. His group explores advanced topics including 5G and beyond wireless networks (spectrum management, large-scale MIMO, ultra-reliable low-latency communication), network-level interference coordination, collaborative caching, machine learning applications for wireless channel geography, coding on manifolds, and quantum communication systems. This research bridges fundamental theory with practical implementation in next-generation wireless networks. Analysis of his recent publications (2024-2025) indicates a predominant focus on machine learning techniques for wireless channel modeling (channel charting), pilot allocation in MIMO systems, and quantum error correction. His work is instrumental in addressing key challenges in 5G/6G networks, particularly in scenarios demanding ultra-reliability, low latency, and efficient resource utilization. His scientific contributions include: Co-inventor of approximately 80 families of patents and patent applications Co-author of the book "Multiantenna transceiver techniques for 3G and beyond" Throughout his career, Professor Tirkkonen has mentored numerous graduate students and secured substantial research funding from various sources. His industry experience at Nokia Research Center (1999-2010) and visiting position at Cornell University (2016-2017) have enriched his research perspective and fostered strong industry-academia collaborations. The Communication Theory group, under his leadership, maintains active collaborations with leading institutions and companies worldwide, positioning Aalto University at the forefront of wireless communications research.

• Wireless Communications
• Coding Theory
• Quantum Information Processing
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Mikko Valkama is a Professor at the Department of Communications Engineering , part of the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences at Tampere University . His research focuses on advanced wireless communication systems, positioning technologies, and integrated sensing and communication (ISAC). He holds an Orcid ID ( 0000-0003-0361-0800 ) and can be reached at mikko.valkama@tuni.fi . Research interests span 5G/6G networks , RF antenna design , deep learning for signal processing , and millimeter-wave systems . He leads projects on positioning algorithms (e.g., mmWave SLAM, NLOS mitigation), ISAC architectures, and hardware-efficient transmitter linearization. Notable contributions include works on DECT-2020 NR standards, phase-based localization, and RIS-assisted systems. In 2025 alone, his group published over 30 articles on topics such as: Antenna array design for Ka-band and wideband applications Machine learning for power amplifier predistortion Bistatic radio SLAM and mmWave mapping Covert transmission and physical-layer security His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, often validated through experimental setups (e.g., TUJI1 dataset for indoor localization). No scientific awards were explicitly listed in the provided texts.

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• 5G/6G Networks
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Petri Mähönen is a Full Professor at the Department of Information and Communications Engineering , Aalto University. His research focuses on networked systems, machine learning applications in telecommunications, and smart grid technologies. University: Aalto University Department: Information and Communications Engineering Research Interests span networked systems, IoT security, UAV communication, and AI-driven network optimization. His work addresses predictive QoS in cellular-connected drones and generative adversarial networks for cybersecurity. Recent Publications include studies on GAN-based traffic augmentation, anomaly detection in mobile networks, and regulatory frameworks for data platforms. His articles reflect expertise in both theoretical and applied network science.

• Networked Systems
• IoT Security
• Machine Learning
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Jari Holopainen is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering , Aalto University. His work focuses on advanced antenna systems, wireless communication, and RFID technologies, with significant contributions to broadband, tunable, and wearable antenna designs. Current affiliation: Aalto University Academic role: Senior Lecturer Research interests span antenna design for mobile terminals, microwave engineering, and machine learning applications in RF systems. His publications highlight innovations in: Bluetooth antennas for metallic smartwatches and jewelry Wideband and dual-polarized antenna arrays RFID transponders with beam steering Machine learning-driven load optimization 3D-printed and capacitive-coupling antenna structures Wave propagation and scattering analysis Scientific contributions include: 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2025-2020) Collaborations with leading researchers in electromagnetics (e.g., Ville Viikari, Pertti Vainikainen)

• Antenna Design
• Wireless Communication
• RFID Technology
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Esa Ollila serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics at Aalto University, Finland, and holds an adjunct professorship in Statistics at the University of Oulu. His academic appointments include Academy of Finland Research Fellow (2010-2015) and prior senior research/lecturing roles at both institutions. His educational background features: M.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Oulu (1998) Ph.D. in Statistics (with honors), University of Jyväskylä (2002) D.Sc.(Tech) in Signal Processing (with honors), Aalto University (2010) Professor Ollila's research centers on statistical signal processing and robust statistical methodologies , with significant contributions to array processing, high-dimensional data analysis, and covariance matrix estimation. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications in radar systems, wireless communications, and big data analytics, emphasizing robustness against outliers and computational efficiency in modern data-intensive environments. Current focus areas include compressed sensing, sparse approximation, and blind source separation techniques. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals three dominant trends: (1) robust covariance learning for massive random access systems, (2) integrated sensing and communications (ISAC) for 6G networks using advanced beamforming, and (3) geometric approaches to elliptical distributions in statistical inference. His work increasingly incorporates deep learning (GANs, graph neural networks) while maintaining strong foundations in classical signal processing theory. Key recognitions include: Academy of Finland Postdoctoral Fellowship (2004-2007) Academy of Finland Research Fellowship (2010-2015) His research has been supported through prestigious Academy of Finland grants totaling over a decade of continuous funding. Professor Ollila currently leads an active research group at Aalto University, supervising doctoral candidates and collaborating internationally with institutions including Princeton University (where he served as Visiting Post-doctoral Research Associate during 2010-2011). He maintains strong ties with the University of Oulu through his adjunct professorship and has contributed to EURASIP's Special Area Team on Theoretical and Methodological Trends in Signal Processing. The Esa Ollila Research Group focuses on cutting-edge challenges in statistical signal processing, with current projects spanning robust DOA estimation under non-Gaussian noise, covariance matrix learning for massive MIMO systems, and machine learning-enhanced radar-communication integration. The group actively develops open-source tools like the fitHeavyTail R package for heavy-tailed distribution modeling and maintains collaborations with industry partners in wireless communications.

• Statistical signal processing
• Robust statistical methods
• Array processing
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Kwantae Kim is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering within Aalto University's School of Electrical Engineering . He leads the Tiny Systems and Circuits (TSirc) Group , focusing on power-efficient analog/mixed-signal ICs for biomedical and neuromorphic sensor systems. IEEE Senior Member (2025) Collaborates with institutions across Europe, Asia, and America Specializes in ultra-low-power AI-embedded IoT platforms His research emphasizes Tiny, Sensory, Intelligent, and Wireless IoT systems through: Development of energy-efficient IC architectures Democratizing access to advanced chip design Hardware-software co-design for edge computing Recent publications highlight innovations in: Spoken-language-understanding SoCs Temporal-sparsity-aware keyword spotting Open-source silicon frameworks Awards include: 2025 IEEE Senior Member 2023 Best Poster Award (AICAS) 2019 Samsung HumanTech Silver Award Research partnerships span: Prof. Tobi Delbruck (UZH/ETH Zurich) Prof. Hoi-Jun Yoo (KAIST) Prof. Shih-Chii Liu (UZH) Prof. Sohmyung Ha (NYU Abu Dhabi)

• Power-Efficient Analog/Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuits
• Biomedical Sensor Systems
• Neuromorphic Sensor ICs
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Jukka Manner is a Full Professor (tenured) of Networking Technology at Aalto University's Department of Communications and Networking (Comnet), School of Electrical Engineering. With a career spanning over two decades in internet technologies, he leads research in networking, wireless systems, and energy-efficient ICT solutions. Dr. Manner received his MSc (1999) and PhD (2004) degrees in computer science from the University of Helsinki. His academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to internet standardization through the IETF since 1999, where he served as co-chair of the NSIS working group. Professor Manner's research focuses on networking, software and distributed systems, with particular emphasis on wireless and mobile networks, transport protocols, energy efficient ICT and cyber security. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications, addressing critical challenges in modern communication systems, sustainable networking practices, and security frameworks. His research group has made significant contributions to 5G technologies, UAV communications, and energy-efficient network design. His extensive publication record shows a clear evolution toward sustainability in networking technologies, with recent work focusing on energy efficiency in 5G systems, sustainable web technologies, and the environmental impact of digital infrastructure. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between telecommunications engineering, computer science, and environmental science, with particular emphasis on reducing the carbon footprint of digital systems while maintaining performance. Cross of Merit, Signals (2014) Medal for Military Merits for contributions in national defence and C4 (2015) Professor Manner has supervised over 200 MSc theses and more than 20 doctoral dissertations, establishing himself as a dedicated mentor in the field. He has been principal investigator and project manager for over 15 national and international research projects, including serving as Academic Coordinator for the Finnish Future Internet research programme (2008-2012). His leadership extends to conference organization, having served as local co-chair of Sigcomm 2012 in Helsinki, and active participation as a peer reviewer and member of various Technical Program Committees. As an active contributor to internet standardization through the IETF, Professor Manner's work has practical impact on global networking technologies. His research group maintains strong connections with industry partners and participates in shaping future networking standards and practices, particularly in the areas of sustainable networking, 5G evolution, and security frameworks for emerging technologies.

• Networking
• Wireless and Mobile Networks
• Transport Protocols
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Yu Xiao is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information and Communications Engineering, Aalto University, specializing in edge computing, extended reality (XR), wearable computing, and crowdsensing. Their research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and technology innovation. Active in mobile cloud computing and decentralized systems Principal Investigator in EU-funded projects (EMIL, TUTL) Expert in 5G networks, autonomous systems, and human activity recognition Yu Xiao's work spans interdisciplinary domains, including healthcare (cardiovascular resuscitation devices) and urban mobility (autonomous vehicle interactions). They have received multiple awards, including Best Paper Awards and Nokia Foundation Scholarships. Focus on low-latency communication and multiagent reinforcement learning Developed frameworks like FediLive for decentralized social networks Contributed to 128+ publications and software tools Recent collaborations include institutions like Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and participation in IEEE committees. Their research integrates blockchain for secure IoT communication and advanced AR applications.

• Edge Computing
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Wearable Computing
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Robert Piche is a Professor at the Computing Sciences Mathematics Research Centre, specializing in advanced signal processing, positioning systems, and sensor fusion. He holds a Doctor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science from the University of Waterloo, Canada (1986 and 1982, respectively). His research focuses on Kalman filters, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), particle filters, and indoor positioning technologies. He has contributed extensively to fields like satellite orbit prediction, non-line-of-sight (NLoS) positioning, and machine learning applications in biomechanics and robotics. Dr. Piche has authored over 230 publications and received recognition through an invitation/ranking in a 2014 competition. He actively participates in academic activities, including conference presentations and peer-review roles. His work bridges theoretical advancements and practical applications, with contributions to autonomous systems, sensor data analysis, and wearable technology. Collaborations span international institutions, reflecting his global impact in engineering and computer science disciplines.

• Kalman Filters
• Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Signal Processing
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Tuomas Aura is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science , Aalto University , and a member of the Helsinki Institute for Information Technology (HIIT) and the Helsinki-Aalto Institute for Cybersecurity (HAIC) . His expertise spans information security , privacy , pervasive computing , and communications . Research Trends: His recent work focuses on securing Kubernetes clusters , TLS identity binding , SIM provisioning protocols , and IoT authentication , with a strong emphasis on network security and cryptographic protocols . Key sub-fields include microservice connectivity , threat modeling , and EAP-based authentication . Publications: His 2025 work on Kubernetes misconfigurations and TLS identity binding addresses critical cloud and protocol vulnerabilities. Earlier studies (2024-2020) explore SIM transparency, HTTP/2 security, and formal verification of device-pairing flaws, reflecting a consistent focus on IoT security and network protocols .

• Information Security
• Privacy
• Pervasive Computing
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Dr. Vishnu Unnikrishnan is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Tampere University, within the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. His research focuses on energy-efficient high-performance analog/digital/RF integrated circuits and systems in nanometer-scale CMOS technologies. Key areas include time-based data conversion, high-speed serial links, and 5G/6G wireless transceivers. He leads research on analog interfaces using digital/switch components and collaborates with the SoC Hub ecosystem to bridge academic and industrial interests in system-on-chip design. He has secured significant funding, including an EU Marie Curie ITN grant (SMArT) worth €818k and an Academy of Finland Project (2021) of €821k. His work spans over 40 peer-reviewed publications, emphasizing innovations in time-based ADCs, beamforming receivers, and RF system design. Dr. Unnikrishnan actively supervises doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, offers paid master's theses and summer jobs in IC design, and collaborates with industry through the SoC Hub. His research aims to advance cross-technology portable analog interfaces and high-performance mixed-signal systems.

• Microelectronics
• Analog/RF/Mixed-Signal Circuits
• Digital Integrated Circuits
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University Lecturer Anu Lehtovuori is affiliated with the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at Aalto University, where she actively bridges teaching and research. Her roles encompass academic teaching, project leadership, grant writing (e.g., Academy of Finland applications), and collaboration with doctoral students. She specializes in cutting-edge topics such as antenna design for 5G/6G systems, reconfigurable MIMO architectures, and RF technology for mobile devices. Her research focuses on optimizing antenna performance in compact environments, mitigating interference, and enhancing wireless communication efficiency. Notable areas include wideband antenna systems, decoupling techniques for multi-element arrays, and adaptive antenna-amplifier integration. Lehtovuori emphasizes practical applications, addressing challenges like user interaction effects on mobile antenna performance and minimizing electromagnetic emissions. Research Trends: Dominant themes include 6G IoT antenna solutions, mmWave component integration, and reconfigurable systems leveraging mutual coupling. Grants: Actively pursuing funding through initiatives like the Academy of Finland. Her contributions span both theoretical advancements (e.g., bandwidth optimization algorithms) and industrial applications (e.g., antenna cluster techniques for full-screen smartphones). While no specific awards are documented, her work reflects a strong focus on impactful, industry-relevant innovations.

• Electronics Engineering
• Nanoengineering
• Antenna Design
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Alexis Dowhuszko is a Researcher in the Department of Information and Communications Engineering at Aalto University, Espoo, Finland. Current research focuses on 6G networks, optical wireless communications, and mobile network optimization through active participation in EU-funded projects including FOCAL (as Principal Investigator), 6G-LEADER, 6GARROW, Cloudify-6G, and WALLPAPER. Educational background: Doctor of Engineering Sciences, Argentine university, 2010 Research expertise spans Visible Light Communication, 6G Networks, and Internet of Things, addressing critical challenges in Quality of Service, Integrated Access and Backhaul, and mmWave communications for urban environments. Work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable wireless technology development. 2025 publications reveal strong trends in optical wireless integration for backhauling, AI-driven network optimization, and QoE-centric resource management. Key themes include IAB relaying strategies, experimental VLC implementations, and performance evaluation in dense urban deployments across next-generation mobile networks. Dowhuszko has supervised 4 theses and leads multiple research initiatives: FOCAL: Free-space Optical Communications for 6G Aerial-satellite networks (2024-2028) 6G-LEADER: LEArning-Driven and Evolved Radio for 6G Communication Systems (2025-2027) 6GARROW: 6G Ai-native integRated Ran-cOre netWorks (2025-2027) Cloudify-6G: 6G Data-driven Distributed Cloud and Communication System (2023-2026) WALLPAPER: Intelligent wallpaper for sustainable wireless systems (2023-2025) As a core member of the Risto Wichman Group, Dowhuszko collaborates on cutting-edge 6G research and contributes to media-featured projects including LED-based indoor navigation systems and personal radar development.

• Visible Light Communication
• Wireless Communications
• 6G Networks
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Vikas Kumar Garg is an Assistant Professor at Aalto University specializing in Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML)/Deep Learning (DL), with research spanning theoretical and applied domains including Computational Biology, Healthcare (protein and drug design), Material Synthesis, Cybersecurity, Energy systems, E-commerce, Wireless networks, Blockchain, IoT, Computer Vision, and Natural Language Processing. His work focuses on human-assisted drug discovery , generative models , and learning under uncertainty , intersecting quantum AI with optimization and game theory. Key application areas include Biopharma, Retail, Manufacturing Automation, and FinTech through his industry collaborations. Professor Garg maintains extensive academic-industrial partnerships with leading researchers: Tommi Jaakkola (PhD supervisor, MIT) Cynthia Rudin (SM supervisor, Duke University) Raquel Urtasun (MS supervisor, University of Toronto/Waabi) Regina Barzilay and Stefanie Jegelka (MIT) Microsoft Research teams (Adam Kalai, David Alvarez-Melis, Ofer Dekel) CMU (Steven Wu), Caltech/Hebrew University (Katrina Ligett) Amazon Research (Inderjit Dhillon), Facebook AI (Lin Xiao) University of Cambridge (Roberto Cipolla), University of Chicago (Risi Kondor) As Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of YaiYai Oy, he drives quantum-AI solutions for global clients across Biopharma, Energy, and Gaming sectors while maintaining active academic research.

• Quantum Computing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
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Mohammadmahdi Asgari is a Doctoral Researcher at Aalto University's Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering. His research focuses on advanced electromagnetic and photonic materials, particularly metasurfaces , metamaterials , and photonic time crystals . His work explores applications in wireless communication enhancement, inverse topology design for multifunctional surfaces, and non-reciprocal optical phenomena. Key research themes include: Wave propagation control Spontaneous magnetization effects Space-time modulated materials Passive metacrystal systems Publications reveal a concentration on both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations in electromagnetic and optical engineering. Asgari collaborates with prominent researchers including Shanhui Fan and Viktar Asadchy.

• Electromagnetics
• Photonics
• Metamaterials
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