Our Team

A collaboration between industry and academia for public safety.

The INDIGO Team

Meet the INDIGO Team: a dynamic group of experts from industry, academia, and research. Weโ€™re a diverse group, hailing from mobile network operators, top tech vendors, and leading academic institutions. Our team brings together deep knowledge in 5G technologies and hands-on experience in testbed development and software integration. United by our passion for innovation and our dedication to improving public safety communications, we’re here to ensure that when disaster strikes, connectivity doesnโ€™t falter.

What is INDIGO?

INDIGO utilizes a series of interconnected O-RAN components and rApps, including the Mission Manager, which acts as the primary interface for planning and operations. This system detects network anomalies in real-time and responds proactively by enabling users to create mission-specific network slices. These slices are tailored to maintain and restore communication in designated areas, especially where critical responses are needed. Security and resilience settings are adjustable, allowing for high flexibility and customization based on the severity and nature of the disaster. The entire process is backed by AI, which supports decision-making and optimizes network configurations for maximum efficiency and reliability. INDIGO not only promises rapid recovery and continuous service but also adapts to evolving conditions, ensuring that every response is as effective as possible.

The INDIGO Team

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Al Bolden

Program Manager

Tracy Van Brakle

Lead Principal Investigator

Gil Zussman

Co-Principal Investigator

Clayton Banks

Senior Personnel

Kostas Oikonomou

Senior Personnel

Martin Skorupski

Senior Personnel

Alex Stancu

Senior Personnel