Latest Article
Expert perspectives
Featuring ideas from our Fellows, Young Scholars, and leaders in our network, Marconi Signal explores the intersections of advanced technology, digital inclusion, and our global connected community.
Recent Articles
A Connected City is a Successful City: Technologies and Business Models for Broadband Access to Homes
January 2, 2021
by John Cioffi and Arogyaswami Paulraj
On December 9, the City Club of Cleveland invited Marconi Fellows John Cioffi and Arogyaswami Paulraj to share their perspectives on how broadband technology can help build a 21st century city. In this article, Cioffi and Paulraj identify the various challenges facing U.S. cities attempting to increase connectivity and propose timely, actionable solutions.
Building Equitable, Digitally Inclusive Telehealth Practices: A Conversation with Dr. Amy Sheon
December 30, 2020
Dr. Amy Sheon is a leading researcher at the intersection of digital inclusion and healthcare. In this Q&A, learn how connectivity creates a healthier community.
Cutting the Cord: The Cell Phone Has Transformed Humanity
December 26, 2020
This essay is adapted from Marconi Fellow and inventor of the cell phone Martin Cooper’s upcoming book, Cutting the Cord: The Cell Phone Has Transformed Humanity.
Why the Holidays Cost More When You Don’t Have the Internet
December 18, 2020
During the holiday season, being on the wrong side of the digital divide can cost you money. Learn how Internet access impacts family budgeting.
The Discussion of the Decade: Join Us!
December 7, 2020
As we approach the end of this challenging year, we at the Marconi Society are finding energy and inspiration in a project I believe could have significant bearing on the
Meet Kai Vernooy, 2020 Broadcom MASTERS Marconi-Samueli Award Winner
November 30, 2020
14-year-old Kai Vernooy won the prestigious Marconi-Samueli Prize at this year’s 2020 Broadcom MASTERS event, a three-day STEM competition for the country’s brightest middle school scientists.
Building the New STEM Workforce: A Conversation with Silicon Harlem’s Clayton Banks
November 9, 2020
Everyone needs a connection. That’s the newly updated motto of Silicon Harlem, an NYC-based social enterprisey innovating workforce development strategies to create a more digitally inclusive world. “It used to
A Proposal for Ethical Technology
October 27, 2020
The Marconi Fellows helped to create many of the innovations that enable unprecedented sharing of information, networks to build and mobilize a community, and economic and educational opportunities are tightly
Digital Literacy is Essential for Democracy
October 20, 2020
By Samantha Schartman-Cycyk If you live in the U.S., like I do, odds are you are either planning your trip to the ballot box, have already participated in early voting
DON’T MISS AN ARTICLE
Stay up to date with Marconi Signal by subscribing to our newsletter.
featured topics
National Broadband Mapping Coalition: December 2024 Monthly Call Highlights
Marconi
December 30, 2024
Read More »
Do the Right Thing, All the Time: An Interview with Siavash Alamouti
Marconi
February 9, 2022
Read More »
Marconi Fellows Excel as Innovators at the 2024 National Medals Ceremony
Marconi
January 29, 2025
Read More »
