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Communication Theory and Technologies (CT&T) Research Lab
CT&T conducts fundamental and applied research on the physical layer aspects of wireless communication systems. The lab explores both radio- and optical-based connectivity solutions for future generation wireless networks. Historically, the lab started with the WiComS Group back in 2002 at the University of Waterloo (Canada), where Principal Investigator Murat Uysal worked until 2011 and later continued with the CT&T Lab at Ozyegin University (Turkey). Past group members now hold positions in academia and industry all over the world.
Current research focuses on 6G and beyond networks, particularly exploring new spectrum frontiers such as FR3 and THz bands. Specific topics include, but are not limited to, waveform design for the THz spectrum under hardware constraints, photonics-based THz signal generation and reception, beamforming techniques for FR3 and THz bands, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), and AI-native physical layer design.
Beyond radio connectivity, the lab explores optical wireless communication (OWC), which refers to unguided transmission using optical frequencies. The work spans both Free Space Optical (FSO) and Visible Light Communication (VLC) systems. Toward the broader goal of positioning OWC as an integral component of future-generation wireless networks, CT&T is developing VLC-based wireless access and FSO-based backhauling solutions with applications in terrestrial, airborne, space, vehicular, and underwater domains.
Researchers
Eduard Bahingayi
Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral Researcher
Mohamed Shehata
Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral Researcher
Talha Rahman
Research Associate
Research Associate
Gyorkem Mutlu
Research Engineer
Research Engineer
Zeynep Ozbilgin
PhD Student
PhD Student