Ivica Kostanic

Dr. Ivica Kostanic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), serving as Director of the Wireless Center of Excellence (WiCE). He holds affiliations with both the College of Engineering and Science and the WiCE, leading research in wireless communication systems, sensor networks, and mobile analytics. His work emphasizes practical applications in cellular, microwave, and satellite communication.

Research Focus: WiCE research spans wireless sensor networks (WSN), quality of service (QoS) optimization, LTE/5G network analysis, and hurricane monitoring via WSN. Key projects include the Mobile Video Quality Prediction (MVQP) initiative, which evaluates video streaming over cellular networks, and sensor network deployments in diverse terrains. Collaborations with industry partners enhance practical relevance.

Publications & Awards: Over 50 peer-reviewed publications highlight contributions to WSN performance modeling, video quality metrics, and LTE optimization. Notable recognition includes a Best Paper Award at WCECS 2014 for subjective video quality assessment in LTE networks. Recent work extends to 5G beamforming, UAV communication systems, and spatial mobility analysis.

Education & Mentorship: Teaches graduate courses in RF propagation, communication theory, and wireless systems. Advises numerous PhD and MS students, many contributing to WiCE projects. His curriculum development includes the Wireless Systems and Technology specialization, emphasizing theoretical and applied skills.

Labs & Facilities: Oversees two labs: the WiCE Research Lab (equipped with CAD tools like Agilent ADS) and the Microwave Lab (featuring anechoic chambers and network analyzers). Software tools like SimWiser and HSN Client aid WSN simulation and deployment analytics.