Samsung Research America Partners with Princeton University to Shape the Future of 6G Wireless
Samsung Research America joins Princeton University’s NextG Initiative Corporate Affiliates Program to lead 6G research and development.
Samsung Research America (SRA), the research and development arm of Samsung Electronics, has formed a partnership with Princeton University to drive the advancement of 6G wireless and networking systems. As a founding member of Princeton’s NextG Initiative Corporate Affiliates Program, SRA aims to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world applications in order to shape the future of 6G technology.
The NextG Initiative was established by Princeton University’s School of Engineering and Applied Science in 2023 to accelerate the adoption of new technologies and foster innovation in areas such as cloud and edge networks, intelligent sensing, and network resilience. The recently launched corporate affiliates program brings together academia, industry leaders, and policymakers to champion technological advancements.
Fostering Collaboration for Innovation
Samsung Research America will collaborate closely with Princeton University and other corporate affiliates, including Ericsson, Intel, MediaTek, Nokia Bell Labs, Qualcomm Technologies, and Vodafone. The aim is to foster deep collaborations between academia and industry technology leaders to drive meaningful innovation and global leadership in the rapidly changing landscape of wireless technology.
Bridging the Gap between Research and Real-World Applications
Dr. Charlie Zhang, Senior Vice President at Samsung Research America, emphasized the importance of next-generation telecommunications research. He highlighted the significant benefits that the wireless industry has derived from fundamental research in the past few decades. Samsung encourages Princeton’s researchers to continue innovating and developing disruptive technologies that could lead to major breakthroughs in 6G.
Samsung’s Leadership in 6G Technology
Samsung Research America’s involvement in shaping the future of 6G technology is not new. In May 2019, Samsung established the Advanced Communications Research Center (ACRC) under Samsung Research to spearhead the development of next-generation communication technology. ACRC has positioned itself as a market leader in driving the 6G landscape by publishing the 6G white paper in July 2020 and the 6G spectrum white paper in May 2022.
Global Standardization Efforts
Samsung Research plays a crucial role in the global standardization of 6G technology. The company chairs both the 6G Framework Group of the International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R) and the Spectrum Group of the Global Mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). This leadership position allows Samsung to contribute to the development of global standards for 6G technology.
Samsung 6G Forum
To further demonstrate its commitment to 6G research and development, Samsung hosted the inaugural Samsung 6G Forum in May 2022. This forum brought together industry experts, researchers, and policymakers to discuss the future of 6G and explore potential applications and use cases.
Conclusion:
The partnership between Samsung Research America and Princeton University through the NextG Initiative Corporate Affiliates Program marks a significant step towards shaping the future of 6G wireless and networking systems. By bridging the gap between academic research and real-world applications, this collaboration aims to drive meaningful innovation and global leadership in the rapidly evolving field of wireless technology. With Samsung’s industry leadership and Princeton’s academic prowess, the NextG Initiative has the potential to become a monumental force in shaping the future of 6G.