The MCG is a group of over 40 researchers, 4 professors, and 3 excellence program experts dedicated to optimizing advanced wireless telecommunications technologies such as 5G/6G, IoT, and V2X. Their work drives innovation in mobile connectivity and communications, positioning them as an international benchmark through collaborations with leading companies and high-impact initiatives.
Key Research Lines:
- Haptic Interactions: AR/VR with tactile feedback.
- 6G and Beyond: Solutions integrating the human, physical, and digital worlds.
- Cell-Free 6G Networks: Using IRSs and distributed MIMO.
- 6G Modeling & Validation: New channel models for complex environments.
- 4G/5G/6G Heterogeneous Networks: Optimizing multi-layer networks with non-terrestrial nodes.
- Wi-Fi 7 & 8: Boosting performance in dense scenarios.
- Intelligent IoT: AI-driven network and supply chain automation.
- Vehicular Communications: Studying V2X and exploring ISAC technologies.
Recent Advances:
- Immersive Communications Lab: Validating 5G and new communication modes like telepresence and holography.
- 6G Model Validation: Real-world testing with IRSs.
- Wi-Fi 8 Solutions: Improving efficiency and resource management.
- Network Optimization: Focused on non-terrestrial node integration.
Key Highlights
- Participation in projects like Horizon Europe.
- Partnerships with Ericsson, Telefónica, Nokia, Orange, and Huawei.
- Organization of V5G Days, an international forum on the future of telecommunications.
- VLC Campus 5G, powered by UPV and iTEAM, positions Valencia as a 5G research hub with a private 5G network, Nokia equipment, and an openRAN core — ideal for critical testing in sectors like defense and cybersecurity.
MCG’s approach blends cutting-edge research with industrial transfer, enabling agile adoption of new technologies. With a vision centered on hyperconnectivity, sustainability, and global collaboration, MCG stands out as a key player in the future of telecommunications.