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Nokia Joins Hands With IISc For 6G Research At Its New Bengaluru Lab: Here's Everything You Need To Know
Nayan Dwivedi
Feb 24, 2024, 01:27 PM | Updated 01:27 PM IST
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Finnish handset maker Nokia has announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to jointly delve into 6G technologies and it's use cases.
The collaboration aims to explore new avenues of research at Nokia's newly established 6G Lab in Bengaluru, focusing on three primary areas: 6G radio technologies, 6G architecture, and the integration of machine learning into the 6G air interface.
“The importance of India on the global telecommunications stage cannot be overemphasised. We’re proud to work with the brightest minds in Indian science and academia to ensure 6G is a force multiplier for the Indian economy. By exploring 6G use cases specific to India, we will ensure that 6G addresses the unique needs of the subcontinent,” Nishant Batra, chief strategy and technology officer at Nokia, said in a statement.
By focusing on these critical areas, Nokia and IISc aim to influence the trajectory of cellular infrastructure evolution.
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Moreover, their collaborative efforts are poised to make significant contributions to the global 6G ecosystem.
According to Nokia, India has emerged as a significant force in driving communications innovation globally, and its involvement in shaping the future of 6G technology is testament to this stature.
The genesis of this collaboration can be traced back to October 2023 when Nokia inaugurated its 6G Lab at its research and development hub in Bengaluru.
“IISc is very privileged to contribute to India’s mission to be a frontline contributor in design, development and deployment of 6G technology by 2030, as envisioned in the Bharat 6G Vision document released by the Prime Minister of India,” Professor Govindan Rangarajan, director of IISc, said.
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Nayan Dwivedi is Staff Writer at Swarajya.
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