GeNeLa: Next-Gen Networking Lab

Research Gist

Here at GeNeLa (next-Gen Networking Lab), we are dedicated to the design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative networked systems tailored for emerging applications. Our mission is to ensure the performance, reliability, robustness, and security of networks, systems, and the applications that run on them. Within the lab, we tackle cutting-edge research challenges spanning wireless networks, edge computing, distributed systems, and cybersecurity. Our interdisciplinary innovations are applied in diverse use cases, including but not limited to 5G networks, Internet of Things, and autonomous vehicles.

We eagerly welcome motivated individuals to join us and become trailblazers for the next-generation networking. You can find our publication list here.

Leaders

Zhaowei Tan
Assistant Professor

PhD Students

I have the privilege to advise the following outstanding PhD students.
Sixu Tan
(Fall 2023 - )
Zhutian Liu
(Winter 2024 - )
Harsh Patel
(Spring 2024 - )

Kuangyu Chen
(With Srikanth)
(Fall 24 - )
Ruoshen Mo
(With Hang)
(Fall 24 - )
Kasra Amani
(Incoming:
Spring 25)

Master's Students

MS Research
I'm working with a group of briliant Master's students on research.

Zack Li
Fall 2023 -
Danhua Zhao
Fall 2023 -
Yash Kathe
Winter 2024 -
Yi Chen
Fall 2024 -

MS Project

I'm working with a group of great MS students on their MS project.


Undergraduate Researchers

I'm mentoring a few talented undergraduate students on research projects from several research programs.
Nidhi
Mini-Grant
Winter 2024 -
Isabela Sforcin
DAF & RISE
Summer 2024 -
Julieanne Nguyen
UR2PhD
Fall 2024 -
Raul Razo
UR2PhD
Fall 2024 -

Alumni

Maria Valencia
Cal-Bridge
Summer 2024
Monse Lopez
DAF
Summer 2024

I will continue be involved in the above programs. If you are interested, please consider applying to them and contact me.

Sponsors

Gallery