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Frank Fitzek
Deutsche Telekom Chair at TU Dresden
Frank Fitzek is a prominent academic and entrepreneur, currently serving as a Professor and the head of the Deutsche Telekom Chair for Communication Networks at Technische Universität Dresden. He has been in this role since October 2014, where he also coordinates the 5G Lab Germany. Fitzek has a rich educational background, having earned his diploma in electrical engineering from RWTH Aachen University and his Ph.D. from the Technical University of Berlin.1
As a co-founder of Wandelbots, which he established in December 2017, Fitzek is involved in the development of innovative technologies aimed at simplifying programming for robotics. This venture is part of his broader entrepreneurial activities, which include founding several other startups such as acticom GmbH and Code On Technologies.1
Fitzek's research interests encompass various areas within wireless and mobile communication networks, including network coding and energy-efficient protocol design. His contributions to the field have been recognized through numerous awards, including the NOKIA Champion Award and the Vodafone Innovation Prize.1
