Career Highlight:
Career Highlight:
PhD (Australia)
Postdoc (Australia, Spain, USA)
Academic (Australia, Bangladesh)
Research and Innovation Engineer (Poland)
Technical Project Leader (Poland, Australia)
Project Manager (Poland, Australia)
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Key Achievements:
Key Achievements:
Proposal Engagement: 35+
Technical Project Leadership: 06+
Project Management: 05+
Research Grant (Accumulation): 5 Million+ USD (EU, USA, Australia)
Intellectual Contributions: Patent:02; Book:03; Publications: 70+, Deliverables 18+
Supervision: 30+ (PhD:03; M.Sc: 05; B.Sc: 27+)
Profiles
Project: 6G-SANDBOX: Supporting Architectural and technological Network evolutions through an intelligent secureD and twinning enaBled Open eXperimentation facility
Project: 6G-SANDBOX: Supporting Architectural and technological Network evolutions through an intelligent secureD and twinning enaBled Open eXperimentation facility
Official BRAINE project websites:
Worked with Partners: Keysight, UMA,
Description:
6G-SANDBOX is a HE funded research project (HORIZON-JU-SNS-2022-STREAM-C-01-01). The 6G-SANDBOX project brings a complete and modular facility for the European experimentation ecosystem (in line and under the directions set by SNS JU), which is expected to support for the next decade technology and research validation processes needed in the pathway towards 6G.
Roles and Contributions
Roles and Contributions
Technical Leadership and Coordination:
Acted as both Technical Coordinator, ensuring smooth execution of the 6G-SANDBOX testbed project.
Provided technical guidance across multiple work packages, aligning deliverables with project objectives and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.
Regularly attended and actively participated in consortium weekly meetings, half-yearly plenary meetings, and WP2 and WP3 sessions to maintain alignment with project goals.
Architectural and Technological Contributions:
Contributed to the definition of the architecture and technologies for the 6G-SANDBOX testbed.
Defined and validated 6G KPIs and KVIs to ensure project deliverables met future 6G requirements.
Algorithm Development and Analysis:
Developed algorithms for workload prediction and proposed improvements to optimize system performance.
Analyzed algorithm results and authored a journal paper based on findings.
Business and Use Case Development:
Prepared a Joint Communication and Sensing (JCAS) business case in collaboration with ITRI for demonstration at EuCNC 2024.
Identified digital twin requirements for Open RAN use cases using Keysight Exata and defined procedures for processing CSI data for JCAS features.
API and Library Development:
Drafted pre-feature specification descriptions for Open APIs, RESTful APIs, and integration with Open CAPIF standards.
Provided 6G library components for Open RAN elements, including CU, DU, and RIC, and analyzed the feasibility of Open Callers for related projects.
Task Management:
Managed and coordinated Task T3.1, focusing on incorporating disruptive technologies such as Open RAN, Digital Twin, and JCAS features into the 5G testbed.
Achievements
Achievements
Technical Successes:
Successfully managed the incorporation of disruptive technologies, including Open RAN, Open APIs, 6G library components, JCAS, and Digital Twin technologies into the project testbed architecture.
Research Contributions:
Published a journal paper on workload prediction in IEEE Globecom 2024.
Progressed work on a second journal paper focused on workload placement strategies.
Showcasing and Demonstrations:
Prepared the JCAS business case to be showcased at EuCNC 2024.
Contributed to the validation of digital twin use cases and specifications for Keysight Exata integration.
Collaboration and Impact:
Actively engaged with consortium members, enhancing cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Helped lay the groundwork for the 6G experimentation ecosystem to drive Europe's technological leadership in 6G.
5. Participation in Key Deliverables:
Contributed/Authored in Deliverable/Report/Milestone and also LEAD one deliverable D3.2: https://6g-sandbox.eu/dissemination/deliverables/
[Deliverable D2.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Ecosystem Analysis and 6G-SANDBOX Facility Design" - 6G-SANDBOX (HORIZON EUROPE-JU-SNS-2022-STREAM-C-01-01), June 2023. [Author] - Link
[Deliverable D2.2]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Final Overall Framework Design and Requirements" - 6G-SANDBOX (HORIZON EUROPE-JU-SNS-2022-STREAM-C-01-01), December 2024. [Author]
[Deliverable D3.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Open API design and implementation for the 6GSANDBOX Library" - 6G-SANDBOX (HORIZON EUROPE-JU-SNS-2022-STREAM-C-01-01), December 2023. [Author] - Link
[Deliverable D3.2]: Munjure Mowla et al. "6G Library v1" - 6G-SANDBOX (HORIZON EUROPE-JU-SNS-2022-STREAM-C-01-01), June 2024. [AUTHOR+EDITOR]
Contributed/Authored in Journal/Conferences
S. Rommel, P. Kulesza, A. Flizikowski, A. Kumar, M. M. Mowla, S. Ahearne, B. Cimoli, and I. T. Monro, “5G Demonstration on an EMDC with ML-Enabled Scaling and QKD-Secured Connectivity,” in IEEE Globecom, Cape Town, South Africa, December, 2024.
A. Mämmelä, I. Ahmad, M.M.Mowla, A. Flizikowski, M. A. Babar Abbasi, D. Zelenchuk, and M. Sinaie “Sustainability in 6G: Vision and Directions”, 2023 IEEE Conference on Standards for Communications and Networking (CSCN), Munich, Germany, 2023, pp. 202-208, doi: 10.1109/CSCN60443.2023.10453200
EDITOR
Project: MECON: Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) over NTN for Beyond 5G & 6G
Project: MECON: Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) over NTN for Beyond 5G & 6G
Official MECO project websites:
Website: MECON Project Website
Duration: 2024–2026
Worked with Partners:
Roles and Responsibilities:
As Technical Leader, I played a pivotal role in the MECON project, contributing to the seamless integration of satellite networks into future TN & NTN Unified Networks. My responsibilities included:
Proposal Development and Planning:
Contribute to the development of the project proposal, including technical content creation and financial budgeting.
Coordinate with consortium partners to align technical and financial objectives.
Leadership and Coordination:
Lead the development of an intelligent traffic steering xApp for TN-NTN unified architecture.
Act as the editor and author for key deliverables, ensuring high-quality outputs aligned with project milestones.
Facilitate regular discussions with consortium partners, providing technical insights and ensuring project alignment.
Organize and prepared documents for the face-to-face meeting in Lisbon, Portugal, fostering collaboration across partners.
Research and Development:
Design and prepare algorithms for traffic steering in a unified TN-NTN framework.
Contribute to UAV swarms research, focusing on Integrated Access and Backhaul (IAB) technologies for NTN networks.
Provide insights into O-RAN-supported NTN testbed development.
Requirement Analysis and Benchmarking:
Analyze high-mobility aerial User Equipment (UE) service performance requirements under Task 2.6.
Benchmark 3GPP standards for data management and UAV swarm technologies under Task 3.1.
Prepared dataset for O-RAN use cases.
Documentation and Deliverable Contributions:
Contribute as Author, Editor, and Reviewer of the following deliverables:
D1.2: Data management plan
D2.1: Review of current state-of-the-art next-generation broadband technologies.
D3.3: UAV swarms with IAB capabilities.
D3.4: Intelligent traffic steering and network slicing for TN-NTN systems.
D5.1: MECON component/subsystem integration roadmap.
D6.1: Communication and dissemination plan.
D6.3: Standardization plan.
Standardization and Dissemination:
Play a key role in preparing the Standardization Plan and the Communication and Dissemination Plan.
Ensure alignment with CELTIC-NEXT objectives and international standards.
Achievements
Achievements
Deliverables and Milestones:
Successfully delivered the critical deliverable D2.1, providing a comprehensive review of next-generation broadband technologies.
Deliver D3.4, showcasing innovative traffic steering and network slicing methodologies for TN-NTN systems.
Author D3.3 on UAV swarms with IAB capabilities, contributing to advanced network architecture design.
Algorithm Development:
Design and prepar traffic steering algorithms tailored for TN-NTN unified frameworks, optimizing resource allocation and performance.
Project Management Excellence:
Ensure high-quality scientific and technical coordination across consortium partners.
Maintain quality assurance for project deliverables and technical documentation.
Innovation and Collaboration:
Contribute to the scientific and technical innovation of UAV swarm technologies and O-RAN-supported NTN testbeds.
Foster collaborative discussions that strengthened the alignment of technical goals and project deliverables.
Quality Assurance and Data Management:
Contributed to D1.2 Data Management Plan, ensuring the systematic handling of project data aligned with CELTIC-NEXT guidelines.
6. Contributed/Authored in Deliverable/Report/Milestone: https://mecon.av.it.pt/dissemination.html
[Deliverable D1.2]: "Data management plan", MECON (Eureka CELTIC-NEXT-C2022/3), October 2024 - [Reviewer]
[Deliverable D2.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Review of current state-of-the-art next-generation broadband technologies.", MECON (Eureka CELTIC-NEXT-C2022/3), December 2024 [AUTHOR+EDITOR]
[EDITOR]
Project: Net-Zero self-adaptive activation of distributed self-resilient augmented services (NATWORK)
Project: Net-Zero self-adaptive activation of distributed self-resilient augmented services (NATWORK)
Official NATWORK project websites:
Official NATWORK project websites:
Description:
The main vision of NATWORK (Net-Zero self-adaptive activation of distributed self-resilient augmented services) is to develop a novel bio-inspired cybersecurity and resilience framework for networking distributed systems that transcend a single administrative domain and cross a heterogeneous fabric of resources.
Roles and Contributions:
Participated in the WP2 meeting.
Conducted a thorough SoA and benchmark assessment analysis for RAN.
Conducted a comprehensive state-of-the-art review of anti-jamming techniques in the Radio Access Network (RAN) environment.
Proposed an innovative beyond-state-of-the-art solution to address anti-jamming challenges in RAN.
Achievements:
Authored and delivered significant contributions to Deliverable D2.1 of the project.
Contributed/Authored in Deliverable/Report/Milestone: https://natwork-project.eu/public-deliverables
Deliverable [D2.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "SoA analysis & benchmark assessment" - NATWORK (HORIZON EUROPE-JU-SNS-2023-STREAM-B-01-04), June 2024. [Author] - Link
Project: BRAINE: Big Data Processing and Artificial Intelligence at the Network Edge
Project: BRAINE: Big Data Processing and Artificial Intelligence at the Network Edge
Official BRAINE project websites:
Worked with Partners: CNIT
Description:
The BRAINE project is dedicated to advancing edge computing by developing Edge MicroDataCenters (EMDCs). These centers consist of clusters of nodes and intelligent network interface cards (NICs) designed to provide high-speed connectivity and native AI capabilities. The initiative drives innovation in edge data processing, enabling efficient connectivity and resource management in next-generation networks.
Roles and Contributions
Roles and Contributions
Task Partner Leadership:
Led Task 2.2, focusing on hardware-based accelerators for artificial intelligence to enhance processing capabilities at the network edge.
Provided technical insights into integrating virtualized 3GPP protocols of the gNB radio stack with workload learning models for enhanced radio resource management.
Development and Integration:
Designed and implemented virtualized RAN prototypes for 5G networks, integrating them with fronthaul antenna systems from Comcores for city surveillance use cases.
Conducted research on the integration of 5G NR models (PHY) with USRP (RF), ensuring interoperability and performance optimization.
Hardware Acceleration:
Performed state-of-the-art analyses of hardware accelerators, including CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, and TPAs, identifying their suitability for accelerating specific radio protocol stacks like PDCP.
Investigated FPGA-based AI/ML approaches to improve processing efficiency and reduce latency in edge computing environments.
System Optimization:
Conducted SWOT analyses of PHY-MAC integration, comparing methodologies like FAPI/nFAPI and CPRI/eCPRI, to optimize communication between SD-RAN components and external PHY layers.
Explored integration perspectives between High-PHY and Low-PHY (functional split 7.2) to refine resource allocation and enhance system performance.
Achievements:
Successfully delivered Task 2.2 deliverables, including contributions to Deliverable D2.1, detailing advancements in hardware accelerators and AI integration.
Enhanced prediction capabilities for radio resource management through workload learning model integration.
Developed and showcased a virtualized RAN prototype, supporting innovative use cases such as city surveillance at the edge.
Identified and implemented FPGA-based approaches for AI/ML workloads, significantly improving acceleration and resource management efficiency.
Provided technical leadership and insights that influenced the project’s strategic direction and operational success..
Contributed/Authored in Deliverable/Report/Milestone: https://www.braine-project.eu/deliverables/
13. [Deliverable D1.4]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Periodic Report 5" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), October 2022. [Author]
12. [Milestone MS7]: Munjure Mowla et al. "WP2 Components for BRAINE Release 1.0" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), January 2022. [Author]
11. [Deliverable D2.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "First Project Report on the Status of WP2" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), March 2021. [Author]- Link
10. [Deliverable D2.2]: Munjure Mowla et al. "WP2 Components for BRAINE Release 1.0" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), April 2022. [Author] - Link
9. [Deliverable D2.3]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Final Project Report on the Status of WP2 – Part 1" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), March 2023. [Author] - Link
8. [Deliverable D4.3]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Final Project Report on the Status of WP4 – Part 1" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), December 2022. [Author] - Link
7. [Deliverable D4.4]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Final Project Report on the Status of WP4 – Part 2" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), April 2023. [Author] - Link
6. [Deliverable D5.1]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Functional Requirements for BRAINE Infrastructure and Platform Service" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), July 2021. [Author] - Link
5. [Deliverable D5.3]: Munjure Mowla et al. "O-RAN Physical Demonstration in BRAINE" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), April 2022. [AUTHOR+EDITOR]
4. [Deliverable D5.4]: Munjure Mowla et al. "BRAINE Test and Validation Cycle 1" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), July 2022. [Author]
3. [Deliverable D5.5]: Munjure Mowla et al. "BRAINE Test and Validation Cycle 2" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), December 2023. [Author] - Link
2. [Deliverable D6.4]: Munjure Mowla et al. "2nd Year Exploitation Results" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), May 2022. [Author]
1. [Deliverable D6.7]: Munjure Mowla et al. "Final Report on Exploitation Efforts and Outlook" - BRAINE (HORIZON 2020-ECSEL-2019-2-RIA), November 2023. [Author]
Contributed/Authored in Journal/Conferences
A. Flizikowski, M. A. Rahman, M. M. Mowla, and F. Kooshki, "Workload Prediction of Virtualized RAN in the Edge Micro Data Center: An Experimental Progress," 2023 IEEE Conference on Standards for Communications and Networking (CSCN), Munich, Germany, 2023, pp. 334-338, doi: 10.1109/CSCN60443.2023.10453198.
A. Flizikowski, E. Alkhovik, M. Munjure Mowla, and M. Arifur Rahman, "Data Handling Mechanisms and Collection Framework for 5G vRAN in Edge Networks," 2022 IEEE Conference on Standards for Communications and Networking (CSCN), Thessaloniki, Greece, 2022, pp. 36-41, doi: 10.1109/CSCN57023.2022.10051118.
EDITOR
Project: TeamUp5G: New RAN TEchniques for 5G UltrA-dense Mobile networks
Project: TeamUp5G: New RAN TEchniques for 5G UltrA-dense Mobile networks
Official TeamUp5G project websites:
TeamUp5G is a European Training Network (ETN) in the frame of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Innovative Training Networks (MSCA ITN) of the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 framework. The research objectives of TeamUp5G are focused on solving the following three problems:
Interference Management, waveforms and Massive MIMO (mMIMO)
Dynamic Spectrum Management and Optimisation
Energy Consumption Reduction
Project Title: Cell-less RAN and cooperative schemes for interference management
Project Title: Cell-less RAN and cooperative schemes for interference management
Industrial Institution: IS-Wireless (www.is-wireless.com)
PhD Enrolment: Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Academic Supervisor: Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Acting Co-Supervisor: Dr Md Munjure Mowla
Roles and Contributions: TeamUp5G Project
Roles and Contributions: TeamUp5G Project
Network Architecture and Resource Management
Contributed to the development of innovative cell-less RAN designs, enhancing interference management and enabling seamless connectivity in ultra-dense mobile networks.
Coordinated the research and implementation of centralized SD-RAN paradigms, including the design of algorithms and optimizations tailored for cloud-based RAN systems.
Proposed and supported the transformation of network architectures between cell-less and cellular frameworks within the O-RAN context, ensuring operational flexibility and scalability.
Energy Efficiency and System Optimization
Deployed energy-efficient solutions for cell-less O-RAN networks, focusing on reducing energy consumption without compromising performance.
Analyzed and refined network transformation schemes to achieve optimal balance between energy efficiency and dynamic resource allocation.
Supervision and Mentorship
Supervised and mentored a PhD candidate (ESR5) enrolled at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, guiding the development of research ideas, algorithm design, and code implementation.
Provided detailed feedback on research paper drafts, assisting in revisions based on reviewer comments and contributing to high-quality academic outputs.
Collaborative Research and Coordination
Collaborated closely with academic and industrial partners to align research efforts with the objectives of the TeamUp5G project.
Fostered tight cooperation with Universidad Carlos III de Madrid researchers, ensuring alignment on key deliverables and milestones.
Coordinated research activities on cooperative schemes for interference management in cell-less RAN, driving innovative solutions for ultra-dense mobile networks.
Results Analysis and Reporting
Supported the PhD candidate in analyzing experimental results and evaluating the performance of proposed solutions, ensuring alignment with project goals.
Prepared detailed technical reports and deliverables, documenting findings and insights for integration into the larger TeamUp5G framework.
Achievements
Achievements
Mentored and supported the PhD candidate in producing high-impact academic papers, fostering contributions to the research community, e.g., 3 Journals, 2 Conferences
Successfully advanced the design and optimization of cell-less RAN architectures, significantly improving network scalability and interference management.
Enabled the transformation of cell-less to cellular network paradigms in O-RAN systems, ensuring adaptability across diverse deployment scenarios.
Implemented energy-efficient strategies in cell-less O-RAN networks, contributing to sustainable and cost-effective 5G solutions.
Established a robust collaboration framework between IS-Wireless and Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, enhancing the project's research outputs.
Published high-quality dissemination including parents, journals, and conferences.
[Patent]:
Kooshki, Farinaz, Ana Garcia Armada, Md Munjure Mowla, Adam Dawid Flizikowski, and Slawomir Pietrzyk, "Energy efficient cell-less radio access network and methods for use therewith." U.S. Patent Application US18/484,821, Application granted: 2024-08-20. https://patents.google.com/patent/US20240146429A1/en
[Journal/Conference]:
F. Kooshki, A. G. Armada, M. M. Mowla and A. Flizikowski, "Radio Resource Management Scheme for URLLC and eMBB Coexistence in a Cell-Less Radio Access Network," in IEEE Access, vol. 11, pp. 25090-25101, 2023, doi: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3256528.
F. Kooshki, M. A. Rahman, M. M. Mowla, A. G. Armada and A. Flizikowski, "Efficient Radio Resource Management for Future 6G Mobile Networks: A Cell-Less Approach," in IEEE Networking Letters, vol. 5, no. 2, pp. 95-99, June 2023, doi: 10.1109/LNET.2023.3263926.
F. Kooshki, A. G. Armada, M. M. Mowla, A. Flizikowski and S. Pietrzyk, "Energy-Efficient Sleep Mode Schemes for Cell-Less RAN in 5G and Beyond 5G Networks," in IEEE Access, vol. 11, pp. 1432-1444, 2023, doi: 10.1109/ACCESS.2022.3233430.
F. Kooshki, M. M. Mowla and A. Flizikowski, "Multi-Architecture COexistence Enabling Network Framework for 5G and Beyond Mobile Systems," 2022 IEEE Conference on Standards for Communications and Networking (CSCN), Thessaloniki, Greece, 2022, pp. 30-35, doi: 10.1109/CSCN57023.2022.10051097.
Project: Enabling Virtualized Wireless and Optical Coexistence for 5G and Beyond (EWOC)
Project: Enabling Virtualized Wireless and Optical Coexistence for 5G and Beyond (EWOC)
Official TeamUp5G project websites:
Funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the EWOC project plans to develop a new converged optical wireless network solution, based on flexible and virtualised infrastructure, for the complete optimisation of resources for beyond 5G requirements. EWOC will target high-capacity, low-latency communications (40-90 GHz), providing the basis for a 50-fold improvement in spectral efficiency.
Project Title: Dynamic Resource Allocation for Converged Optical and Radio Architecture in 6G Networks
Project Title: Dynamic Resource Allocation for Converged Optical and Radio Architecture in 6G Networks
Industrial Institution: IS-Wireless (www.is-wireless.com)
Academic Supervisor: Lodz University of Technology, Poland
2nd Industrial Co-Supervisor: Dr Md Munjure Mowla
Roles and Contributions: EWOC Project
Roles and Contributions: EWOC Project
Roles
Co-Supervision:
Acted as a co-supervisor for a PhD candidate at IS-Wireless, guiding research efforts aligned with the EWOC project’s objectives.
Technical Contributions:
Regularly collaborated with the Doctoral candidate on technical discussions, problem formulation, and mathematical modeling.
Assisted in developing algorithms and approaches for resource scheduling and optimization in 6G networks.
Supported paper writing and publication processes, ensuring high-quality academic outputs.
Research Topics:
Focused on Dynamic Resource Allocation for Converged Optical and Radio Architecture in 6G Networks.
Explored and implemented Greedy Graph Coloring and Hungarian Algorithms for resource scheduling in TWDM-PON (Time-Wavelength Division Multiplexing Passive Optical Network).
Achievements
Research Impact:
Contributed to the development of novel joint resource scheduling algorithms for the converged optical-radio vRAN architecture, supporting high-capacity and low-latency communications for Beyond 5G/6G networks.
Innovation:
Enhanced understanding and optimization of spectral efficiency, laying the foundation for a 50-fold improvement in spectral efficiency as targeted by the EWOC project.
Published high-quality dissemination including parents, journals, and conferences.
[Journal/Conference]:
S. Arnaout, M. A. Rahman, M. M. Mowla, S. Hausman and P. Korbel, "Greedy Graph Coloring and Hungarian Algorithms for Resource Scheduling in TWDM-PON," in IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 190400-190410, 2024, doi: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3515483.
S. Arnaout, M. A. Rahman, M. M. Mowla, S. Hausman and P. Korbel, "Dynamic Resource Allocation for Converged Optical and Radio Architecture in 6G Networks," 2024 IEEE International Mediterranean Conference on Communications and Networking (MeditCom), Madrid, Spain, 2024, pp. 329-334, doi: 10.1109/MeditCom61057.2024.10621198.
Project: SD-RAN (RAN Controller)
Project: SD-RAN (RAN Controller)
Organisation: IS-Wireless
Duration: 2019-2020
Description:
IS-Wireless develops cutting-edge Software-Defined Radio Access Network (SD-RAN) solutions for 4G and 5G applications, fully compliant with 3GPP Rel. 15 standards. The SD-RAN system provides modular components, including a 3GPP Protocol Stack, RAN Controller, and VNF Composition Framework, enabling seamless deployment and operation in diverse network environments.
Roles and Contributions
Roles and Contributions
Network Resource Optimization
Designed and implemented an innovative resource abstraction framework for multiRAT systems (4G, 5G, WiFi) to optimize resource utilization and enhance overall network efficiency.
Developed advanced Radio Resource Management (RRM) functionalities, including admission control, mobility management, handover strategies, user clustering, and Physical Resource Block (PRB) allocation, tailored to dynamic network demands.
Advanced Research and Feasibility Studies
Assessed the implementation feasibility of Random Linear Network Coding (RLNC) within Software-Defined Radio Access Networks (SD-RAN), offering novel solutions for improving network reliability and robustness.
Conducted in-depth research on clustering mechanisms for the Virtualization Composition Framework (VCF), enabling strategic resource allocation and operational efficiency.
Technological Integration and Innovation
Performed comprehensive analyses of existing NFV/SDN patents, identifying opportunities for technological innovation and strategic development in network virtualization.
Evaluated the inclusion of Citizen Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) for SD-RAN deployments, demonstrating its potential to improve spectrum utilization and network adaptability.
Investigated the integration of WiFi6 stacks within multiRAT systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and operational harmony across diverse network technologies.
Proposed joint radio resource management strategies and coordinated scheduling algorithms to address critical challenges in SD-RAN environments.
State-of-the-Art (SOTA) Analysis
Conducted SOTA analyses of CRAN/VRAN architectures, focusing on system modeling and simulator development to support next-generation network designs.
Explored the potential of cell-free and cell-less architectures, providing actionable insights into their impact on SD-RAN scalability and performance.
Operational Framework Development
Designed a robust framework for xApps within RAN controllers, enabling advanced functionalities such as dynamic resource allocation, traffic steering, and network optimization.
Developed detailed research roadmaps and conceptualized use cases for RAN controller operations across diverse and complex network scenarios.
Intellectual Property and Strategic Alignment
Conducted Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) analyses to ensure compliance with global standards, aligning technological innovations with strategic business objectives.
Identified key areas for intellectual property development, supporting competitive advantages in advanced network solutions.
Achievements:
Delivered innovative resource management strategies, improving the operational efficiency of multiRAT systems.
Developed frameworks for advanced xApps, enabling dynamic functionality in SD-RAN controllers.
Contributed to the integration of CBRS and WiFi6 technologies, enhancing the flexibility and scalability of SD-RAN systems.
Provided comprehensive SOTA analysis for CRAN/VRAN and cell-free architectures, shaping future RAN development.
Facilitated advancements in RLNC implementation and clustering frameworks, improving reliability and resource utilization.
Published high-quality dissemination including parents, journals, and conferences.
[Patent]:
Pietrzyk, Slawomir, Md Munjure Mowla, Adam Flizikowski, Farinaz Kooshki, Adam Girycki, and Jakub Piotr Kocot, "Cooperative radio resource scheduling in a wireless communication network and methods for use therewith." U.S. Patent Application 17/645,917, Application granted: 2024-01-30. https://patents.google.com/patent/US11889494B2/en
Industry Demo: IS-Wireless RAN Controller for managing the SD-RAN networks
Industry Demo: IS-Wireless RAN Controller for managing the SD-RAN networks
Description:
The work involved creating innovative solutions for SD-RAN systems, focusing on developing algorithms, xApps, and frameworks compatible with emerging RAN technologies. The goal was to enhance network efficiency, optimize traffic management, and showcase cutting-edge capabilities through industry demonstrations.
Roles and Contributions:
Algorithm Development:
Designed and implemented a Guaranteed Bit Rate (GBR) algorithm with compatibility for the RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC), enabling efficient resource management and quality of service (QoS) assurance in SD-RAN.
Sole contribution to GBR algorithm design.
xApp Design:
Developed a plan for designing a xApp for traffic steering functionality, focusing on dynamic traffic distribution, load balancing, and user-centric resource allocation within SD-RAN environments.
Industry Demonstrations:
Contributed to the planning and execution of a demo scenario for IEEE Globecom 2020, showcasing SD-RAN capabilities, including GBR algorithms and traffic steering xApps.
Authored a detailed proposal for the IEEE Globecom 2020 Industry Demonstration, aligning technological innovations with industry standards and conference expectations.
Research and Investigation:
Investigated the interactions between existing xApps and developed schedulers to ensure compatibility and integration, optimizing the performance of SD-RAN systems.
Achievements:
Successfully demonstrated SD-RAN advancements at IEEE Globecom 2020, highlighting the impact of RIC-compatible GBR algorithms and traffic steering xApps.
Enhanced SD-RAN operational efficiency by designing robust algorithms and xApps tailored for dynamic traffic management.
Strengthened the alignment of SD-RAN solutions with industry standards, ensuring practical applicability and scalability.
Improved the understanding of xApp-scheduler relations, fostering further development and optimization in SD-RAN ecosystems.
Online Conference: 5GMadeTogether: Creating Future With Open Ecosystems
Online Conference: 5GMadeTogether: Creating Future With Open Ecosystems
Organized By: IS-Wireless
The main focus of this conference is to meet top experts in the Open RAN area and check what they think about the networks of the future. They will share perspectives of such companies like: Deutsche Telekom, IBM, Marvell, VMware and IS-Wireless.
Roles and Contributions:
Research and Thought Leadership
Prepared comprehensive research reports and presentations, showcasing innovative advancements and insights in Open RAN technologies.
Contributed to discussions on the future of network ecosystems, emphasizing the role of Open RAN in shaping next-generation connectivity solutions.
Represented IS-Wireless as an active participant in the conference, engaging with industry leaders to exchange knowledge and explore collaborative opportunities.
Conference Organization and Engagement
Supported the organization of the 5GMadeTogether conference, ensuring a seamless platform for knowledge sharing among leading experts in the Open RAN domain.
Facilitated sessions that highlighted industry perspectives from companies like Deutsche Telekom, IBM, Marvell, VMware, and IS-Wireless.
Participated in networking activities to strengthen relationships with stakeholders and foster partnerships in the Open RAN ecosystem.
Achievements
Achievements
Contributed to the successful execution of a high-profile conference, establishing IS-Wireless as a thought leader in Open RAN technologies.
Delivered impactful research presentations that sparked discussions on the future of open ecosystems and their role in next-generation networks.
Strengthened professional connections with global industry leaders, opening avenues for collaboration and innovation in the Open RAN space.
Online Conference: 5GMadeTogether: Open RAN for Beyond 5G Wireless Networks: CHALLENGES AND VISIONS
Online Conference: 5GMadeTogether: Open RAN for Beyond 5G Wireless Networks: CHALLENGES AND VISIONS
Organized By: IS-Wireless
The main focus of this online R&D conference is to share the state-of-the-art knowledge in Open RAN for Beyond 5G wireless networks. The following topics are included: Wireless network management (e.g. RAN Disaggregation, Micro-service Oriented Architecture, Telemetry Aggregation and Processing, Multi-agent Management, Big Data Analytics, Zero-touch Service Management, etc.); ML/AI for future wireless networks (e.g. Swarm Intelligence, Event Prediction, Distributed Learning, Federated Learning, Meta-learning, etc); Emerging technologies (e.g. Cell-free, Large Scale mMIMO, THz transmission, Optical-wireless, HW acceleration, Molecular Communication and Internet of Nano-Things, Large Dimensional Networks, etc.); Edge and cloud RAN enablers (e.g. Multi-cloud Orchestration, Telco-compatible Virtualization, MEC, etc.); Energy efficiency, (e.g. Energy harvesting, SWIPT, Green Communication, etc.); Security, (Security at the Edge, Quantum Communication, Blockchain, DLT, etc.); Use-cases (e.g. Zero-touch Network, Internet of Everything, O-RAN use-cases, etc.); Distributed Network Management Orchestration for Next-Generation Sustainability.
Roles and Contributions:
Roles and Contributions:
Conference Organization and Coordination
Acted as an organizing member, ensuring the seamless execution of a high-profile online R&D conference focused on Open RAN advancements for Beyond 5G networks.
Prepared detailed agendas, supporting topics, and documentation to facilitate meaningful discussions and knowledge sharing among participants from academia and industry.
Research and Knowledge Sharing
Contributed to the development of sessions covering state-of-the-art topics in Open RAN, including RAN disaggregation, micro-service-oriented architecture, and telemetry aggregation.
Integrated cutting-edge research on AI/ML applications for future wireless networks, such as swarm intelligence, distributed learning, and federated learning, into the conference discussions.
Highlighted emerging technologies, including cell-free architectures, large-scale mMIMO, THz transmission, and molecular communication, and their potential impact on next-generation networks.
Focus Areas Addressed
Wireless Network Management: Discussed trends in zero-touch service management, big data analytics, and multi-agent management for Open RAN.
AI and ML Innovations: Explored meta-learning, event prediction, and the role of distributed AI in network optimization.
Emerging Technologies: Presented insights on hardware acceleration, optical-wireless communication, and large-dimensional network designs.
Edge and Cloud RAN Enablers: Shared expertise on multi-cloud orchestration, MEC integration, and telco-compatible virtualization.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Facilitated discussions on green communication, energy harvesting, and sustainable network orchestration.
Security and Use Cases: Addressed challenges in quantum communication, blockchain applications, and real-world O-RAN implementations for future networks.
Achievements
Achievements
Successfully organized a collaborative platform that brought together thought leaders from academia and industry to exchange insights and ideas on Beyond 5G networks.
Delivered impactful documentation and agendas that ensured structured and productive discussions on critical Open RAN topics.
Highlighted the role of Open RAN technologies in addressing challenges such as energy efficiency, scalability, and security, paving the way for next-generation wireless networks.
Strengthened IS-Wireless's position as a thought leader in the field by contributing to the dissemination of innovative research and practical applications in Open RAN.
Others: Research and Development Projects (Mixed)
Others: Research and Development Projects (Mixed)
Roles and Contributions:
Roles and Contributions:
Hardware Acceleration and Feasibility Studies
Conducted in-depth research on hardware acceleration techniques within the MORPHEMIC project, focusing on optimizing performance for advanced network solutions.
Performed feasibility studies for project submissions, including the 1st NGIatlantic.eu (EN–US NGI Experiment), assessing the alignment of project goals with international research priorities.
Analyzed FPGA acceleration across various layers and compared solutions from leading companies such as InAccel, Cyborg, and Xilinx, identifying the most suitable technologies for specific applications.
Programmable MAC/PHY and API Investigations
Investigated the functionality and integration of Programmable MAC/PHY layers and Radio Resource Management APIs within ORCA, WISHFUL, and CREW projects, supporting innovative approaches to flexible network architectures.
5G-Satellite Research and Presentations
Explored the research scope and state-of-the-art (SOTA) advancements in 5G-Satellite networks, focusing on enhancing interconnectivity and system performance.
Presented analytical results on 5G-Satellite advancements during a workshop for the European Space Agency (ESA), contributing to the understanding and development of satellite communication technologies.
Standards and Working Group Analyses
Analyzed documentation and outputs from various working groups (WGs) of the Alliance for IoT Innovation (AIOTI), ensuring alignment with cutting-edge IoT trends.
Regularly monitored updates from standardization bodies, including 3GPP, ETSI, ITU-T, O-RAN Alliance, and Telecom Infra Project (TIP), to stay abreast of developments in global network standards.
Achievements
Achievements
Delivered actionable insights into hardware acceleration technologies, influencing design decisions in MORPHEMIC and related projects.
Strengthened project alignment with international research initiatives through detailed feasibility assessments for NGIatlantic.eu.
Enhanced understanding of MAC/PHY programmability and API integration, fostering innovation in network management.
Provided valuable contributions to satellite communication advancements, earning recognition for research presented at ESA workshops.
Ensured up-to-date compliance with evolving industry standards, supporting the implementation of cutting-edge network solutions.
Project: Energy Efficient Software Defined Networking
Project: Energy Efficient Software Defined Networking
Company: Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
Company: Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
Duration: September 2015 to August 2016
Duration: September 2015 to August 2016
Partners: Avaya/ Nortel
Partners: Avaya/ Nortel
Roles and Contributions
Software-Defined Networking and System Implementation
Collaborated with project managers to conceptualize and develop software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for mobile communication systems.
Implemented SDN concepts in programming environments using MATLAB and advanced hardware platforms like the NI USRP-2953R, integrated with LabVIEW Communication Design Suite and Application Framework for LTE and IEEE 802.11 modules.
Project Planning and Management
Directed and coordinated project activities, ensuring alignment with defined goals and timelines.
Tracked project progress using tools like MS Project and Excel, setting measurable milestones and managing action items effectively.
Identified project risks and implemented contingency plans to address challenges, ensuring smooth delivery within scope, budget, and quality parameters.
Maintained accountability by ensuring workflow efficiency, resolving roadblocks, and overseeing adherence to safety and quality standards.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting
Built and maintained strong relationships with program managers, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
Developed detailed project schedules, communicated updates, and ensured all stakeholders were aligned on progress and changes.
Provided regular project status updates to senior management, highlighting milestones, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Achievements
Achievements
Successfully developed and implemented SDN solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to improve network performance and scalability.
Delivered complex projects on time and within budget by optimizing workflows and maintaining rigorous project oversight.
Strengthened collaboration among stakeholders, resulting in enhanced project execution and resource utilization.
Demonstrated expertise in integrating advanced hardware and software systems, contributing to innovative communication solutions for LTE and IEEE 802.11 applications.
identify, and implement project changes as agreed, modify updates, and communicate timeline expectations to stakeholders, project teams and Avaya/Nortel contractors to provide Project Manager with regular project schedule and status updates.
Build effective working relationships with program managers and stakeholders to provide project delivery, boarding project resources in the account.
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