Professor at Northwestern Polytechnical University, China
Prof. Bo Yang is a distinguished scholar in Information and Communication Engineering, with expertise in AI-empowered wireless networks, mobile edge/cloud computing, big data analysis, and computational intelligent surfaces design. He holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), where he specialized in next-generation WLAN technologies. Prof. Yang has held key academic and research positions, including Professor at NPU, Research Fellow at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), and Postdoctoral Fellow at Prairie View A&M University, USA. His impactful work has garnered significant accolades, including a nomination for the Excellence in Scholarly Research Award at PVAMU. An accomplished researcher, Prof. Yang has published extensively in leading journals and conferences, with his contributions spanning AI-driven network optimization, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, and spectrum purification. He is also an inventor, holding multiple patents in the US, EU, and China, and has contributed to IEEE standards development. Prof. Yang serves as an editor and guest editor for prestigious journals, advancing research in B5G/6G networks and intelligent edge computing. His academic and industrial contributions make him a leading figure in his field.
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Education 🎓:
Prof. Bo Yang has a robust academic background in Information and Communication Engineering from Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), China. He earned his Ph.D. with a thesis focused on multi-channel medium access for next-generation WLAN, showcasing his expertise in advanced communication systems. During his Master’s program, his research centered on video coding and wireless transmission, highlighting his skills in optimizing multimedia and communication technologies. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Engineering, where he gained hands-on experience through an internship at “Datang Telecom,” focusing on wireless embedded system design. This strong educational foundation has propelled his impactful research and professional career.
Work Experience 💼:
Prof. Bo Yang is a seasoned academic and researcher, currently serving as a Professor at Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) in Xi’an, China. His expertise spans AI-driven wireless networks, mobile edge computing, and intelligent surface design. He has previously worked as a Research Fellow at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Prairie View A&M University, contributing to advanced projects funded by A*STAR and the U.S. Department of Defense. Prof. Yang’s career is marked by impactful research and successful industry collaborations.
Awards and Honors
Prof. Bo Yang has received numerous prestigious awards and honors throughout his career. Notably, he was awarded the NNSF for Excellent Young Scientists Fund Program (Overseas) in recognition of his outstanding research contributions. Additionally, his work during his postdoctoral fellowship at Prairie View A&M University earned him a nomination for the Excellence in Scholarly Research Award in 2020. His research excellence has also led to significant recognition within the academic and industry communities, including contributions to high-impact journal articles, patents, and IEEE standard proposals.
Research Interests:
Prof. Bo Yang’s research interests lie at the intersection of AI-powered wireless networks, mobile edge/cloud computing, big data analysis, and network security. He focuses on the design of reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) and computational intelligent surfaces, aiming to enhance wireless communication and network optimization. His work also explores the integration of edge computing in next-generation autonomous driving networks, as well as the development of innovative techniques for RF spectrum purification and network optimization. Prof. Yang’s contributions advance the field of intelligent networking with a focus on practical, scalable solutions.
📚 Publications
Computation Offloading in Multi-Access Edge Computing: A Multi-Task Learning Approach
- Authors: B. Yang, X. Cao, J. Bassey, X. Li, L. Qian
- Journal: IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing
- Volume & Pages: 20(9), 2745-2762
- Cited by: 167
- Year: 2020
Offloading Optimization in Edge Computing for Deep-Learning-Enabled Target Tracking by Internet of UAVs
- Authors: B. Yang, X. Cao, C. Yuen, L. Qian
- Journal: IEEE Internet of Things Journal
- Volume & Pages: 8(12), 9878-9893
- Cited by: 140
- Year: 2020
Edge Intelligence for Autonomous Driving in 6G Wireless System: Design Challenges and Solutions
- Authors: B. Yang, X. Cao, K. Xiong, C. Yuen, Y.L. Guan, S. Leng, L. Qian, Z. Han
- Journal: IEEE Wireless Communications
- Volume & Pages: 28(2), 40-47
- Cited by: 138
- Year: 2021
Mobile-Edge-Computing-Based Hierarchical Machine Learning Tasks Distribution for IIoT
- Authors: B. Yang, X. Cao, X. Li, Q. Zhang, L. Qian
- Journal: IEEE Internet of Things Journal
- Volume & Pages: 7(3), 2169-2180
- Cited by: 126
- Year: 2019
Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Assisted Aerial-Terrestrial Communications via Multi-Task Learning
- Authors: X. Cao, B. Yang, C. Huang, C. Yuen, M. Di Renzo, D. Niyato, Z. Han
- Journal: IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Communications
- Volume & Pages: 39(10), 3035-3050
- Cited by: 102
- Year: 2021
Conclusion
Prof. Bo Yang’s extensive academic achievements, innovative research, impactful industry contributions, and dedication to academic service position him as a highly deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances scientific understanding but also bridges the gap between theory and application, making a significant global impact.