Dr. Shyam Parekh

Associate Professor

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Biography

Shyam Parekh received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) from the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests encompass architecture and optimization performance aspects of wired and wireless Communication Networks. He is currently investigating analytic issues related to evolving paradigms such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) as well as data-plane programming. Dr. Parekh is a co-author of 'Communication Networks: Concise Introduction' published by Morgan & Claypool, with editions released in 2010 and 2018, and serves as a co-editor for 'Quality Service Architectures for Wireless Networks: Performance Metrics and Management' from Information Science Reference published in 2010. He also held the position of co-chair in the Application Working Group (AWG) of the WiMAX Forum from 2008 to 2009. His current research includes exploring algorithms used in Radio Access Network (RAN) controllers, with the objective of utilizing machine learning algorithms for network control and orchestration as well as investigating fundamental issues for constructing a Quantum Internet. Dr. Parekh teaches courses such as EE 122, 'Introduction to Communication Networks'. His extensive publication record includes numerous patents and research papers that address significant topics in network communication and performance optimization.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

— Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, focusing on communication networks and associated research areas.

Courses

Introduction to Communication Networks

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.