Deepankar Medhi
About Deepankar Medhi
Deepankar Medhi serves as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation and is on leave from his position as Curators’ Distinguished Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He has an extensive academic background in mathematics and computer science, and has contributed significantly to networking research and literature.
Role at National Science Foundation
Deepankar Medhi serves as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation (NSF), where he manages wired networking research within the Networking Technologies and Systems program. He joined NSF in August 2018, focusing on advancing research initiatives in the Computer & Network Systems Division. His role involves overseeing projects that contribute to the development and innovation in networking technologies.
Academic Background and Education
Deepankar Medhi has a strong academic foundation in mathematics and computer science. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Cotton College, Gauhati University, India, followed by a Master of Science in Mathematics from St. Stephen’s College, University of Delhi, India. He furthered his education with a Master of Science and a Ph.D. in Computer Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA.
Professional Experience at AT&T Bell Labs
Deepankar Medhi co-developed Facility Diverse Routing during his tenure at AT&T Bell Laboratories. He was a member of the technical staff, contributing to significant advancements in network routing technologies. His work at Bell Labs laid the groundwork for future developments in communication and computer networks.
Publications and Contributions to Networking Literature
Deepankar Medhi has co-authored two notable books in the field of networking. The first is 'Routing, Flow, and Capacity Design in Communication and Computer Networks,' which addresses key concepts in network design. The second is 'Network Routing: Algorithms, Protocols, and Architectures,' which explores various algorithms and protocols used in network routing. These publications reflect his expertise and contributions to the field.
Fellowship and Recognition
Deepankar Medhi is recognized as a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). This fellowship signifies his contributions to the field of electrical and electronic engineering, particularly in networking and computer science.