Episode 25: Gigantic MIMO and Quantum Communications - What, why and how?

Episode 25: Gigantic MIMO and Quantum Communications - What, why and how?

Podcast #25 of IEEE CTN features host Professor Aryan Kaushik in a fascinating discussion with Professors Emil Björnson and Octavia Dobre on 6G, AI, and the practical challenges that must be addressed, and how they can be overcome, across many of the key technologies shaping future 6G networks.  The conversation spans a wide range of topics, from enhancing Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) to support conventional smartphones to forward-looking research areas such as quantum communications, quantum sensing, and quantum AI.  Throughout the discussion, Professors Björnson and Dobre provide insightful, realistic, and practical perspectives on these emerging technologies and the opportunities and challenges they present This podcast is supported in part by IEEE ICC 2026, held in Glasgow, UK.

Episode 24: Orbital Angular Momentum, THz, and ESIT: From Industry Perspective

In CTN’s podcast #24, Professor Aryan Kaushik, and Doctors Doohwan Lee and Hirofumi Sasaki from NTT discuss Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory (ESIT) and how it is being applied to industrial research and real-world solutions.  Dr. Lee and Dr. Sasaki share their methods and ideas to improve on known solutions by utilizing ESIT.  Watch and discover why ESIT is rapidly becoming a source for innovation in advanced communications systems.   Host: Prof. Aryan Kaushik, IEEE CTN Senior Editor. Guests: Dr. Doohwan Lee, Sr. Distinguish Researcher, NTT, Inc., Japan and Dr. Hirofumi Sasaki, Distinguish Researcher, NTT, Inc., Japan.

Episode 23: Non-Terrestrial Networks: Potentials and Challenges

Welcome to the era of the "3D Networks”! The distinguish panel of CTN’s podcast #23 explores the push toward 6G, and how the boundaries of connectivity are moving off the ground and into the skies. Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) represent a paradigm shift in how we think about coverage. By integrating satellites, high-altitude platforms (HAPS), and drones with traditional ground-based towers, we are moving toward a world where "dead zones" simply don't exist. The importance of NTNs extends far beyond just "better cell service”,  they are becoming the backbone of critical global infrastructure providing ubiquitous coverage, network resiliency, and integrated sensing capabilities.    Speakers:  Prof. Aryan Kaushik, IEEE CTN Senior Editor; CIO, RakFort; Chair IEEE ComSoc ETI on ESIT & SIG on AITNTN; and Vice Chair WG3 one6G  Prof. Gunes Karabulut Kurt, Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in New Frontiers in Space Communications and Professor, Polytechnique Montréal Dr. Carla Amatetti, Junior Assistant Professor, University of Bologna Dr. Ayat Zaki Hindi, R&T scientist at Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology

Episode 22: Integrated Sensing and Communications: Standardization and Industry Updates

Welcome to CTN’s podcast episode 22, where we explore one of the most exciting frontiers in wireless technology: Integrated Sensing and Communications, or ISAC. Professor Aryan Kaushik hosts Dr Alain Mourad in this conversation where they unpack how ISAC is reshaping the future of wireless systems by merging communication and sensing into a unified framework. From next‑generation radar capabilities to smarter, more efficient networks, they walk you through the core concepts, emerging applications, and the research driving this rapidly evolving field. Watch and discover why ISAC is becoming a cornerstone of future 6G innovation. Speakers: Prof. Aryan Kaushik, IEEE CTN Senior Editor; CIO, RakFort; Chair IEEE ComSoc ETI on ESIT & SIG on AITNTN; and Vice Chair WG3 one6G Dr. Alain Mourad, Senior Director, InterDigital, Inc.; and Chair of the ETSI Industry Specification Group on ISAC

Episode 21: 6G Beyond Just Communications: Synergies of ISAC, AI, ESIT and NTN

In CTN’s podcast #21, professor Kaushik, host of the series,  shares his views on 6G and Beyond Communications and the synergies with Sensing, Non-terrestrial networks and role that AI might play in this next generation of communications systems. Hosted by:  Prof. Aryan Kaushik, IEEE CTN Senior Editor; CIO, RakFort; Chair IEEE ComSoc ETI on ESIT & SIG on AITNTN; and Vice Chair WG3 one6G  l9yWP6EMAkRM82jpyPlQ