Tajinder (Taj) Manku
About Tajinder (Taj) Manku
Tajinder (Taj) Manku is the Co-founder and CEO of Cognitive Systems Corp., where he has worked since 2014. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and has a background in quantum physics, with over 100 granted patents in wireless technology.
Work at Cognitive Systems
Tajinder Manku serves as the Co-founder and CEO of Cognitive Systems Corp., a company specializing in wireless technology and software-defined radios. He has held this position since 2017 and has been a director since 2014. Under his leadership, the company has focused on advancing wireless communication technologies. Cognitive Systems Corp. is located at 560 Westmount Road North in Waterloo, Ontario.
Education and Expertise
Tajinder Manku holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 1991 to 1993. He also completed an Executive Leadership program at Harvard University in 2008. His academic background in Quantum Physics and Electrical Engineering provides a strong foundation for his work in advanced technologies, particularly in wireless communication.
Background
Before co-founding Cognitive Systems Corp., Tajinder Manku was involved in several notable ventures. He founded Pravala Inc. and served as its Director from 2008 to 2011. He also held the position of Founder, Director, and CTO at Sirific Wireless from 2000 to 2006. Additionally, he was an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo from 1995 to 2001, contributing to the academic field while gaining practical experience in technology.
Achievements
Tajinder Manku has received various awards in technology and business, particularly for his contributions to Software Defined Radios. He holds over 100 granted patents, reflecting his significant impact on the field of wireless technology. His expertise in radio frequency integrated circuits has been instrumental in advancing communication technologies.