Prof Dr . Kun Yang | Sensors | Best Researcher Award

Extensive Project Leadership:
  •  Yang has successfully led numerous high-impact projects, both in China and abroad. His leadership roles in national and provincial research projects, such as “Major Science and Technology Projects in Zhoushan” and the “National Overseas Talent Introduction Program,” further highlight his research impact and funding acquisition abilities.
 Prof Dr .Kun Yang, Zhejiang Ocean University, China

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🎓Early Academic Pursuits

  • Yang Kun’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Electronic Communication Systems from Wuhan University of Science and Technology (2000-2004), where he laid the foundation for his future in wireless communication. He further pursued a Double Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Systems at Wuhan University of Technology (2004-2005) and Agder University, Norway (2005-2007). He completed his PhD in Wireless Communication Channel Measurement and Modeling at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2008-2014), focusing on cutting-edge research that would later define his professional and academic contributions.

💼Professional Endeavors

  • Yang Kun’s career is distinguished by leadership roles in research and academia. He serves as the Deputy Dean of the Information Engineering College at Zhejiang Ocean University and is the Director of the Marine Communication Laboratory. Prior to this, he held various key positions such as a Professor and Director of the Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Marine Big Data Mining and Application. Notably, he founded Super Radio AS in Oslo, Norway, a company that offers advanced wireless channel measurement and ocean broadband communication solutions. His professional endeavors also include postdoctoral research at IFSTTAR in France and participation in European Union lighthouse projects like Roll2Rail.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

  • Yang Kun has led several groundbreaking projects, particularly in Maritime 5G and Maritime Wireless Communication. His research has focused on high-resolution wireless channel parameter estimation, 5G MIMO channel models, and maritime broadband communication technologies. As the leader of the world’s first Maritime 5G project, he has significantly advanced the field by connecting the maritime world to the digital domain. Additionally, his research into cooperative human activity recognition and localization for healthcare (Wiwell and CareWell projects) highlights his interdisciplinary contributions.Some of his notable projects include:
    • 5G MIMO Communications in Maritime Environments (MAMIME)
    • Maritime 5G: Connect the Sea to the Digital World
    • Cooperative Human Activity Recognition and Localization for Healthcare
    • Roll2Rail

🏆IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

  • Yang Kun’s work has had far-reaching implications for both academic research and industry applications. His leadership in major projects such as Maritime 5G and Marine Communication Laboratory Construction has positioned him as a pioneer in maritime broadband communication. With over 5000 kRMB in funding for key projects, his research directly contributes to maritime safety, digital transformation, and oceanic resource management. His influence extends internationally through collaborations with global research institutions, including Fugro Oceanor AS in Norway, and his participation in EU H2020 projects.

🏅ACADEMIC CITES

  • With a robust publication portfolio and significant project leadership, Yang Kun’s research is frequently cited across domains including maritime communication, 5G technology, and wireless communication systems. His academic works continue to impact global research in communication technologies, and he regularly collaborates with experts across continents, bridging academic and industrial innovation.

🔮LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

  • Yang Kun’s legacy lies in his visionary leadership and trailblazing research in Maritime 5G and marine data communication. As he continues to lead projects that integrate advanced communication technologies with the maritime environment, his future contributions will likely focus on the digital transformation of ocean industries and the development of sustainable communication infrastructures for global maritime operations. His work not only strengthens maritime communication but also supports emerging fields like smart healthcare, positioning him as a leading force in both technological advancement and applied innovation.

📰PUBLICATIONS

  • Improving the Accuracy of Direction of Arrival Estimation with Multiple Signal Inputs Using Deep Learning
    Authors:     Lu, Y.; Guan, H.; Yang, K.; Wen, C.; Li, X.
    Journal:     Sensors, 2024, 24(10), 2971
  •  Trajectory Optimization and Retrieving Monitory System for UAV-assisted Offshore Maritime Communications
    Authors: Zhang, Z.; Peng, T.; Yang, K.; Li, X.
    Conference: 2023 3rd International Conference on Electronic Information Engineering and Computer Science (EIECS 2023), pp. 1014–1019
  • Frequency Division Sparse Neural Network for CSI Feedback in Massive MIMO Systems
    Authors: Wang, C.; Zhao, X.; He, L.; Peng, T.; Yang, K.
    Conference: 2023 International Conference on Intelligent Communication and Networking (ICN 2023), pp. 105–110
  • Ship Early Warning System Based on Nine Axis Sensors
    Authors: Ding, J.; Yang, K.; Liu, Y.; Lin, J.
    Conference: 2023 10th International Forum on Electrical Engineering and Automation (IFEEA 2023), pp. 398–402
  •  LoRa Path-Loss Model and Verification for Maritime Environment
    Authors: Zeng, H.; Yang, K.; Wu, J.; Wen, C.; Li, X.
    Conference: Proceedings of 2023 IEEE International Conference on Unmanned Systems (ICUS 2023), pp. 1587–159
Kun Yang | Sensors | Best Researcher Award