Poornima Mahesh
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Poornima Mahesh is a forward-thinking researcher at the intersection of telecommunications, smart cities, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). Her work centers on harnessing next-generation connectivity to build safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable urban transport networks. In her highly topical 2023 paper, “The 5G revolution: Tackling challenges in smart cities and intelligent transportation systems,” Mahesh explores how 5G’s ultra-low latency and high bandwidth can overcome critical hurdles in real-time traffic management, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and infrastructure automation. This contribution has already garnered early citations, signaling its relevance to both academic and industry stakeholders racing to deploy smart mobility solutions. Mahesh’s research is particularly notable for bridging the gap between theoretical network capabilities and practical urban deployment challenges—addressing issues such as data security, interoperability, and energy efficiency. By framing 5G not merely as a faster network but as a foundational enabler for intelligent infrastructure, she provides a roadmap for cities transitioning toward autonomous, data-driven transportation ecosystems. Her work positions her as a key voice in the ongoing dialogue about how emerging technologies can reshape urban life for the better.
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