USDA-PABARC: FutureG Wireless Communication with Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces and Integrated Sensing

Executive Summary

This seminar will explore the realm of future generation (FutureG) wireless communication systems, with a specific emphasis on the revolutionary capabilities of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) and Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC).
To illustrate the practical applications of these research areas, two significant projects from Yao’s laboratory will be highlighted:

  1. Liquid Metal RIS for Energy-Efficient Coverage — Developing tunable, energy-efficient liquid metal RIS to enhance signal coverage and multi-user support in FR2 (28 GHz) small-cell networks.
  2. Integrated Sensing and Communication for Vital Monitoring — Prototyping an ISAC system for non-contact vital sign monitoring and patient triage in biomedical and emergency scenarios.

Important Dates

🗓️ Date: June 6, 2025
🏛️ Venue: USDA ARS Pacific Basin Agricultural Research Center (PBARC), Hilo, HI
🎙️ Host: Dr. Matthew Siderhurst
📧 Contact: Matthew.Siderhurst@usda.gov