Wayne E. Stark

Wayne E. Stark is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he has been faculty since completing his Ph.D. at the University of Illinois in 1982.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1982

Research Interests: Dr. Stark's work focuses on wireless communication systems, specifically advancing spread-spectrum modulation, error control coding, adaptive coded-modulation, facing (signal propagation challenges), multiple-access protocols, jamming resistance, and handoff algorithms to enhance wireless network reliability and efficiency.

Scientific Awards:

• National Science Foundation Presidential Young Investigator Award (1985)
• IEEE Fellow (1998)

Professional Service and Contributions:

• Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Communications (1985-1989)
• Member, Board of Governors, IEEE Information Theory Society (1986-1988)