Congratulations to Dr. Bing Wang for being recognized as one of the leading experts in her field by the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering. Dr. Wang’s professional areas include computer networking, distributed systems, and mobile systems. She is being inducted into the Academy for her outstanding contributions to computer networking, including developing novel techniques for multimedia streaming, wireless network management, and frameworks for automatic and pervasive depression screening using smartphones.
Election to the Academy is based on scientific and engineering distinction achieved through significant contributions in theory or applications, as demonstrated by original published books and papers, patents, the pioneering of new and developing fields and innovative products, outstanding leadership of nationally recognized technical teams, and external professional awards in recognition of scientific and engineering excellence. The Academy identifies and studies issues and technological advances that are or should be of concern to the people of Connecticut, and provides unbiased, expert advice on science and technology related issues to state government and other Connecticut institutions.
New members will be introduced at the academy’s 43rd annual meeting and dinner on May 24 at the Radisson Hotel in Cromwell. Eight of the 24 new members are from UConn and UConn Health.