Prof. Hiroshi Tanaka, Department of Information and Computer Sciences, received the “36th Radio Engineering & Electronics Association Award”.

This award is presented annually by the Association of Radio Engineering & Electronics Association to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the promotion and development of technology related to the use of radio waves for communications, broadcasting, and other purposes.

For "Contribution to the Development and Popularization of Multimedia Satellite Communication Systems," the award recognizes the development of a satellite tracking antenna and the realization and popularization of a system that provides high-speed communication services for mobile devices using satellite links.

Comment by Professor Hiroshi Tanaka

“I am surprised and honored to receive this award. I am truly grateful that I was given the opportunity and that my efforts in cooperation with so many people have come to fruition in this way. Encouraged by this award, I would like to brace myself once again and continue to contribute to education and research, even if only in a small way.”