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UT Austin Launches 6G Research Center with Industry Giants

UT Austin's new 6G research center brings together industry giants and top talent to shape the future of wireless communication.

In this image I can see on the left side there are buildings, at the top it is the sky. On the...
In this image I can see on the left side there are buildings, at the top it is the sky. On the right side there are antennas.

UT Austin Launches 6G Research Center with Industry Giants

The University of Texas at Austin is spearheading a new research venture, 6G@UT, a center dedicated to exploring the next generation of wireless technology, 6G. This ambitious project aims to lay the groundwork for a future where networks possess unprecedented native intelligence, transforming service capabilities.

The 6G@UT center is a collaborative effort involving industry giants such as Samsung and NVIDIA, spun out of the Cockrell School's Wireless Networking & Communications Group, which has previously contributed to 4G and 5G technologies. The center boasts an impressive team of over 25 faculty members, 130 students, and researchers.

The research will delve into wireless-specific machine learning algorithms, advanced sensing technologies like radar, vision, and audio, and core networking innovations. The ultimate goal is to enhance situational awareness and improve rural and urban coverage, while also exploring new spectrum opportunities and designing novel network architectures. The founding affiliates will fund at least two projects each for three years, working alongside UT faculty and students.

Despite the lack of information about the center's leader, the 6G@UT project is poised to make significant strides in wireless technology. With its robust team, industry support, and comprehensive research agenda, the center is well-positioned to pave the way for the future of communication networks.

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