Prof. Gerhard Fettweis: Holding the Vodafone Chair at TU Dresden, Fettweis is often referred to as the “father of the Tactile Internet.” His vision and pioneering work on 5G systems and the Tactile Internet are shaping the future of real-time, haptic communication.
Dr. Mischa Dohler: A professor at King’s College London, Dohler delves deep into wireless networks and is a proponent of the Tactile Internet, examining its potential applications in various sectors, from healthcare to entertainment.
Prof. Frank Fitzek: Also from TU Dresden, Fitzek’s research on communication networks emphasizes the importance of ultra-reliable low latency, a crucial component for the Tactile Internet’s realization.
Dr. Mahadev Satyanarayanan: Operating out of Carnegie Mellon University, Satyanarayanan’s focus on edge computing is directly relevant to the Tactile Internet, ensuring real-time responses through distributed processing.
Prof. Eckehard Steinbach: Based at the Technical University of Munich, Steinbach’s work on media technology and signal processing contributes to the development of Tactile Internet interfaces and their immersive experiences.
Dr. Ian Akyildiz: A distinguished researcher, Akyildiz’s work on next-gen communication systems at the Georgia Institute of Technology emphasizes the challenges and potentials of the Tactile Internet, particularly in its networking aspects.
Prof. Meryem Simsek: Working closely with Fettweis at TU Dresden, Simsek’s research has been instrumental in laying out the foundational frameworks and architectures for the Tactile Internet.
Dr. Adlen Ksentini: Operating out of EURECOM, Ksentini’s expertise in network slicing and real-time service delivery plays a pivotal role in making the Tactile Internet a feasible reality.
Prof. Volker Hilt: Based at Nokia Bell Labs, Hilt’s investigations into real-time communications and network architectures are shaping the commercial aspects and practical deployment strategies for the Tactile Internet.
Dr. Simone Redana: As the head of network architectures at Nokia, Redana’s work centers on the evolution of 5G networks and the integration of the Tactile Internet, laying the groundwork for its wider adoption.
