Congzheng (Bernice) Han
About Congzheng (Bernice) Han
Congzheng (Bernice) Han is a Spectrum Technology Analyst at Ofcom, with over 13 years of experience in the field. She has a PhD in Communication Engineering from the University of Bristol and has contributed to various projects related to spectrum management and telecommunications.
Work at Ofcom
Currently, Congzheng (Bernice) Han serves as a Spectrum Technology Analyst at Ofcom, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she focuses on the analysis and management of spectrum resources to support new communication services. Her work involves critical projects such as the spectrum clearance and awards projects (SCAP), which are essential for reallocating spectrum efficiently. Han's expertise includes conducting LTE coexistence studies, ensuring that LTE networks operate harmoniously alongside other technologies.
Education and Expertise
Congzheng Han has a strong educational background in engineering. She earned a PhD in Communication Engineering from the University of Bristol, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Prior to that, she completed a BEng in Electronic and Communication Engineering, achieving First Class Honours at the same institution from 2001 to 2004. Her expertise encompasses conducting LTE coexistence studies and involvement in projects that utilize spectrum innovatively, such as the white space device project.
Background
Before her current role at Ofcom, Congzheng Han gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as a Research Assistant at Mobile VCE from 2009 to 2011 and as a Postdoc Researcher at the University of Bristol from 2008 to 2011. Earlier in her career, she was an Accountant at NHS Shared Business Services for three months in 2004 and a PhD project student at Toshiba in the Telecommunications Research Laboratory from 2004 to 2008.
Achievements
Congzheng Han has contributed to several significant projects throughout her career. She played a role in the 1800MHz license variation project, which involved adapting spectrum licenses to meet changing communication requirements. Additionally, she was involved in 3G/4G coverage obligation verification, ensuring that mobile network coverage complies with regulatory standards. Her contributions to the spectrum clearance and awards projects (SCAP) further highlight her impact in the field.