Giovanni Geraci

Welcome to my webpage!

I am an expert in wireless communication technologies, both cellular (5G/6G) and unlicensed (Wi-Fi 7/8). I conduct research on radio access networks via mathematical tools, 3GPP system-level simulations, and data-driven optimization. Some highlights below.

Leadership & Innovation

— Currently with Telefónica, leading research projects on the data-driven optimization of mobile radio networks.
— Ex Nokia Bell Labs, holder of 12 patent families on wireless technologies.
— Author of 100+ scientific publications with amazing mentors, colleagues, and students.
— Two publications in the IEEE ComSoc Best Readings, including one book. Two IEEE Best Paper Awards.
— IEEE Communications Theory Early Achievement Award, 2023.
— IEEE ComSoc Outstanding Young Researcher Award for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, 2018. 

Academia & Outreach

— Tenured Associate Professor at UPF Barcelona, former Head of Telecommunications Engineering.
— “Ramón y Cajal” Fellow and “la Caixa” Junior Leader Fellow.
— Speaker at 100+ keynotes, panels, and lectures at renowned conferences and institutions.
— Featured in 50+ press outlets, three times on “La Vanguardia” (#1 newspaper in Catalonia).
— My students write: “Fantastic way of teaching and close to the student”, “No matter what, he is there to help you”, “An amazing professor with a huge passion for his job”, etc. 

Professional Service

— IEEE Distinguished Lecturer for the Communications Society and Vehicular Technology Society.
— Chair of 20+ IEEE symposia, workshops, and industry fora.
— Former Editorial Board Member for IEEE TWC and IEEE COMML. Guest Editor for IEEE JSAC.
— External referee/consultant for agencies/companies in Europe, the US, and Asia. 

About Me

— I like coffee, surprises, and living by the sea.
— Born and raised in Sicily, lived across 6 continents for work/love/adventure.
— I consider myself one of the luckiest people in the world and would probably do this job for free.