VISION
Be the leading Center for multidisciplinary research in the Telecommunication Technology with joint research and educational activities that promote national and international collaboration and partnership with industry.

MESSAGE
• Conduct multidisciplinary research
• Develop innovate educational activities/provide qualified work force
• Establish state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
• Promote and strengthen ties with industry
• Participate in the economic development in Hawaii
• Establish national and international recognition for high tech in Hawaii

BACKGROUND
• Established through funding from the State of Hawaii
• Approved by the UH Board of Regents in 2000
• Separate unit in the College of Engineering
• Autonomous research unit
• Most faculty are from EE Department
• Opportunities are available for participation by other departments (Computer Science),
  and colleges of Business Administration (CBA)