A RESTART Next Gen Initiative on Practical Experimentation & Research
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In the realm of wireless network experimentation, significant advancements in hardware and software have opened unprecedented opportunities for researchers to delve into end-to-end software-defined 5G deployments, leveraging over-the-air transmissions. Accessible software-defined radios and softwarized stacks have revolutionized the practicality of experimenting with real-life wireless networks, empowering researchers to practically test cutting-edge solutions in a realistic environment. Additionally, the advent of O-RAN has further enriched the research landscape, enabling swift prototyping of standard-compliant solutions that can be seamlessly scaled up to production-level networks. To foster this flourishing ecosystem, we present the first RESTART Tech Camp on 5G and Open RAN.
The event is especially suited for (but by no means restricted to) PhDs at the beginning of their research path, aiming to complement their research projects with practical experimental work focused, but not limited to 5G air interface, 5G virtualized core networks, and O-RAN.
The Tech Camp aims to equip participants with the essential fundamentals required to kickstart their research in wireless experimentation. Through engaging keynotes from leading experts, we will cover hardware, software, and advanced applications, providing a comprehensive understanding of the domain. Moreover, the camp will include practical hands-on sessions, allowing participants to experiment directly with the hardware and implement the knowledge acquired during the program. The subsequent workshop will provide a platform for PhD students and researchers to showcase their research with a focus on wireless experimentation. Participants are invited to present research outcomes of high level of maturity and discuss novel solutions, addressing challenges and opportunities in the field. This workshop aims to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and promote synergies among researchers, thereby propelling the growth of wireless experimentation.
Finally, we want to create a friendly and collaborative environment for our young colleagues to share experiences, practices, methodologies, and lessons learned from their own 5G experimental activities.
Principal SDR Applications Engineer and an SDR Group Leader at National Instruments (NI)
Double PhD Candidate at Northeastern University, Boston and Sapienza, University of Rome
Administrative Assistant at CNIT
Administrative Assistant at CNIT
Participants are invited to present research outcomes of high level of maturity and discuss novel solutions, addressing challenges and opportunities in the field.
For a detailed overview of the program, please check here.
We report here the main appointments of the event.
Giuseppe Bianchi,
NAM Lab Director at CNIT
Nicola Blefari Melazzi,
RESTART Foundation President
Antonio Capone,
RESTART Scientific Coordinator
Workshop Attendees
Michele Polese,
Northeastern University
Andrea Lacava,
Northeastern University and
Sapienza, University of Rome
While this event is specifically tailored for PhD students and researchers working in the field of wireless networks, we welcome anyone interested in the event's topics.
According to your interests, you are free to attend to the entire event or any of its parts.
We do not intent to limit the attendance to this event. However, due to limited hardware availability, we might have limit the number of participants to the practical hands-on sessions.
If you would like to apply, please upload your CV and motivation letter during the registration.
The results of the selection process for free access to the event will be announced on September 6; after that date, payment must be made in order to complete the registration.
The deadline for the payment is September 7. Deadline has been extended to September 11.
Apart from basic knowledge on wireless networks and Linux commands, there are no specific knowledge prerequisites.
This event qualifies to award CFUs to italian PhD students. An attendance certificate is going to be released.
For those who need to meet specific requirements from their academic institution we will ask a minor additional effort to meet such indications.
Write an email to 5g.tech.camps@fondazione-restart.it
Edificio Marco Polo
Sapienza, University of Rome
Viale dello Scalo S. Lorenzo, 82
00159 Roma, RM
Italy
