Johns Hopkins APL’s Dutta Recognized for Global Communications Initiatives

The Exemplary Global Service Award recognizes Dutta’s leadership in advancing next-generation communications technologies and expanding global access to 5G. At APL, Dutta leads research and development of innovative end-to-end systems solutions for government sponsors. At the same time, he has played a critical leadership role driving innovation and access through IEEE and the global academic community. Most recently, Dutta was appointed chief information officer for ComSoc, where he is guiding the vision and strategy to ensure that IEEE’s information and resources are accessible to key stakeholders. In addition, he co-chairs the IEEE Future Networks Initiative, convening experts from industry, academia, and government to accelerate the development and deployment of 5G, 6G, and beyond. He is also co-creator of the IEEE 5G/6G innovation testbed that allows users worldwide to gain hands-on experience and tactile training.

Dutta’s commitment to expanding educational opportunities and inspiring future engineers is another example of his leadership in promoting global awareness and next-generation communications technology development. He co-founded the annual IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference, which engages K-12 students in engineering design projects and research activities, and currently serves as director of the Doctor of Engineering program at Johns Hopkins University.