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Jeff Frolik is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Vermont. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, an M.S. from the University of Southern California, and a B.S. from the University of South Alabama. His research focuses on wireless communications, sensor networks, and distributed control algorithms, with applications in environmental monitoring, energy systems, and infrastructure health. Frolik has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications, secured 12 patents, and co-founded Packetized Energy, a cleantech startup acquired by EnergyHub in 2021.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Systems), University of Michigan, 1995
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California, 1988
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of South Alabama, 1986
Research Interests:
- Wireless communication systems in complex environments
- Harmonic transponders for passive sensing and channel characterization
- Packetized energy management for smart grids
- IoT networks and antenna diversity techniques
Awards:
- IEEE Outstanding Teaching Award (2015)
- Green Mountain Section Faculty of the Year (2011)
- TTU Innovation and Creativity Awards (2002, 2000)
- Hughes Aircraft Fellowship (1991–1994)
Professional Experience:
- Co-founder of Packetized Energy (cleantech startup)
- Research sabbaticals at UC Santa Barbara's SNARL and University of Oxford
- Fulbright Distinguished Chair at Czech Technical University (2017, 2022)
Labs/Teams: Active in developing harmonic transponder technology, wireless sensor networks, and grid coordination systems.
