Martin Cooper, 2013
Cited for being a wireless visionary who reshaped the concept of mobile communication.
Cited for being a wireless visionary who reshaped the concept of mobile communication.
Cited for a rare combination of managerial skill and technical brilliance that characterize his role in the founding of two leading communications companies, and for his co-authorship of a seminal textbook on communications engineering.
“I consider this award to be an important recognition of my research, providing work and networking opportunities. Above all, however, I enjoy being part of this enthusiastic fellowship of young scholars.”
Current Position Staff Engineer, Qualcomm Education PhD, Information Technology and Communication Theory, Università di Bologna M.Sc., Telecommunications Engineering, Università di Bologna B.S., Telecommunications Engineering, Università
“I’ve always had a great sense of delight at previous Marconi Society Symposiums being among like-minded individuals in a relaxed environment and discussing topics that affect the world.”
“As a Marconi Young Scholar, I have had the privilege of interacting with some of the best inventors and researchers in the world – both the Marconi Fellows and the other Young Scholars. Their excellence and achievements inspire me everyday.”
Cited for for his discovery of turbo codes, which opened new avenues of research that have led to modern advances in mobile telephony, satellite and radio communications
Cited for his achievements in the field of digital communications in many adverse environments, particularly through his widely used algorithm.
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