As a professor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the holder of the Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in AI-enabled Next-Generation Wireless Networks, Melike Erol-Kantarci has contributed significantly to major strides in her field. Her innovative research, which has profound implications for industry and society, is driven by a passion for finding solutions to pressing global challenges, such as by enhancing wireless connectivity and developing more efficient, sustainable power grids.
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Fellow is one of the highest distinctions awarded by the IEEE. This exceptional honour, reserved for fewer than 0.1 percent of IEEE voting members annually, celebrates members whose accomplishments have been significant and who have made meaningful contributions to any of the IEEE fields of interest, namely: engineering, computer sciences and information technology, physical sciences, biological and medical sciences, mathematics, technical communications, education, management, and law and policy.
“This distinction is not just a personal milestone, but a recognition of the incredible support received from my colleagues, mentors, the entire research community over the years, former and current students at my NETCORE lab at the Faculty of Engineering, and industry collaborators like Ericsson that have allowed me to contribute to the industry in the most meaningful way,” said Professor Erol-Kantarci. “The opportunity to advance research in AI-enabled wireless networks and smart grid communications has been deeply fulfilling, and being recognized by IEEE validates the impact this research can have on society.”
Professor Erol-Kantarci’s work exemplifies the Faculty of Engineering’s commitment to research and innovation that has impact, addresses real-world challenges, and contributes to shaping the future.
Congratulations to Professor Erol-Kantarci on this remarkable achievement!
