Ibrahim Matta

Boston University

Papers

4

Total Citations

58

H-Index

4

About

Ibrahim Matta is a leading researcher in next-generation networking, with a focus on edge computing, network slicing, and 5G/6G architectures. His work addresses the critical challenge of meeting ultra-low latency and high data rate requirements for demanding applications like virtual reality, augmented reality, and autonomous robotics. Matta’s major contributions include pioneering approaches to managing chains of application functions across multi-technology edge networks, and developing a general distributed framework for embedding network slices with guaranteed performance—a key enabler for virtualized network services. His research on virtual function placement and traffic steering over 5G networks has shaped how resources are allocated in multi-technology environments. With over 20 citations for his 2021 paper on edge network management and 17 citations for his 2013 work on slice embedding, Matta’s impact is evident. He has also explored mobility coordination in sensor networks, demonstrating innovative detour-based strategies for field coverage. Through these contributions, Matta has established himself as a pivotal figure in advancing the infrastructure that underpins next-generation communication systems.

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H-Index
4
Papers
58
Total Citations
15
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Managing Chains of Application Functions Over Multi-Technology Edge Networks
20 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: Boston University

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