Ultra-Fast and Secure Terahertz Communications for 6G Wireless Systems. This project aims to develop new theories and signal processing solutions for the cutting-edge technology of terahertz communications to enable the revolutionary sixth-generation wireless systems, by exploring and optimising the inherent benefits of the terahertz band. Anticipated outcomes are new analytical tools and practical guidelines for designing ultra-fast and secure wireless transmission at an unprecedented speed up ....Ultra-Fast and Secure Terahertz Communications for 6G Wireless Systems. This project aims to develop new theories and signal processing solutions for the cutting-edge technology of terahertz communications to enable the revolutionary sixth-generation wireless systems, by exploring and optimising the inherent benefits of the terahertz band. Anticipated outcomes are new analytical tools and practical guidelines for designing ultra-fast and secure wireless transmission at an unprecedented speed up to terabits per second (Tbps). This enables various emerging applications, such as holographic telepresence, Tbps WiFi and Tbps wireless data centres, to drive transformation in the telecommunications sector, boost industry productivity and support our intelligent information society in the 2030s.Read moreRead less
Overcoming nonlinearity in short-reach optical communication. This project aims to investigate the equalization methods for nonlinear optical channels applicable to short-reach optical communications. This project expects to significantly improve the transmission capacity of the cost-effective directly detected transceivers. Expected outcomes of this project include advanced equalization techniques for nonlinear channels and associated signal processing algorithms. These advances will have the p ....Overcoming nonlinearity in short-reach optical communication. This project aims to investigate the equalization methods for nonlinear optical channels applicable to short-reach optical communications. This project expects to significantly improve the transmission capacity of the cost-effective directly detected transceivers. Expected outcomes of this project include advanced equalization techniques for nonlinear channels and associated signal processing algorithms. These advances will have the potential to provide an enabling technology for surging capacity demand from cloud computing and enhance Australia's standing as a leader in optical communications technology.
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Engineering Methods for Resolving Complex Mutational Networks in Proteins. This project aims to develop a novel computational framework for resolving complex mutational networks that underpin how proteins function and evolve over time. It seeks to develop statistical inference methods that are robust, efficient, and widely applicable. The project will promote international collaboration and spawn multidisciplinary research by introducing parameter estimation and optimisation techniques that stem ....Engineering Methods for Resolving Complex Mutational Networks in Proteins. This project aims to develop a novel computational framework for resolving complex mutational networks that underpin how proteins function and evolve over time. It seeks to develop statistical inference methods that are robust, efficient, and widely applicable. The project will promote international collaboration and spawn multidisciplinary research by introducing parameter estimation and optimisation techniques that stem from signal processing, mobile wireless communications, and random matrix theory. The project's outputs can be used to understand diverse protein systems and have the potential to be applied to wide-ranging applications from protein engineering to brain signal analysis to vaccine design. Read moreRead less
Practical multi-receiver passive radar with low-cost synchronisation. This project aims to address the current challenges of developing practical multi-receiver passive radar systems, through the development of advanced receiver synchronisation techniques, which do not require the deployment of costly infrastructure. The project will develop novel algorithms and techniques that enable synchronous combining of data from multiple radars, allowing for the detection of smaller targets and significan ....Practical multi-receiver passive radar with low-cost synchronisation. This project aims to address the current challenges of developing practical multi-receiver passive radar systems, through the development of advanced receiver synchronisation techniques, which do not require the deployment of costly infrastructure. The project will develop novel algorithms and techniques that enable synchronous combining of data from multiple radars, allowing for the detection of smaller targets and significantly extending the radar coverage zone. The expected outcomes of this project include improved performance of passive radar systems and the advancement of radar technology. The benefits of this project include new applications in areas such as traffic monitoring, drone detection and national security.Read moreRead less