Experience a guided tour of the key information-theoretic principles that underpin the design of next-generation cellular systems with this invaluable reference. Written by experts in the field, the text encompasses principled theoretical guidelines for the design and performance analysis of network architectures, coding and modulation schemes, and communication protocols. Presenting an extensive overview of the most important ideas and topics necessary for the development of future wireless systems, as well as providing a detailed introduction to network information theory, this is the perfect tool for researchers and graduate students in the fields of information theory and wireless communications, as well as for practitioners in the telecommunications industry.

‘Information Theoretic Perspectives on 5G Systems and Beyond deftly guides the reader through the key information-theoretic principles that lay the foundations for next-generation cellular network design. The book’s expansive coverage by world-renowned experts includes PHY-layer modulation and coding as well as network architectures and protocols. This timely book will be an indispensable reference for researchers and practitioners seeking to advance the state-of-the-art in cellular technology.’

Andrea Goldsmith - Princeton University

‘Anyone interested in the field of wireless systems, at any level of experience, will benefit from this book. With helpful introductions and a broad range of topics, it is a highly accessible guide to state-of-the-art wireless systems research.‘

Tom Richardson - Qualcomm Inc.

‘Information Theory is at the heart of major breakthroughs in wireless communications in the last decade. This book brings a refreshing look at the field with important new paradigms that will undoubtedly have an impact in the development of beyond 5G systems.’

Mérouane Debbah - CentraleSupélec