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Pioneers in Networking and Engineering Education Pass Away

Several distinguished figures in the fields of computer networking, cellular communications, and engineering education have recently passed away. Their contributions have significantly shaped modern technology and academic standards.

Franklin "Frank" Kuo, a co-developer of ALOHAnet, the first wireless packet data network, died at 91. ALOHAnet, operational in 1971, inspired Ethernet and pioneered random-access protocols fundamental to Wi-Fi and mobile networks. Kuo also authored early textbooks on computer networks and helped develop China's Internet infrastructure.

Muhammad Rezaul Karim, a Bell Labs researcher, died at 86. He was instrumental in developing early cellular networks and the asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology, crucial for the transition to broadband.

Edwin C. Jones Jr., a professor and Life Fellow, died at 91. He was recognized for his extensive work in engineering education, curriculum development, and accreditation through his involvement with IEEE and ABET. Iowa State University established a scholarship in his honor.

Donald Leo Dietmeyer, a professor, died at 93. His research in computer-aided design contributed to automation tools for integrated circuit design, and he authored the textbook "Logic Design of Digital Systems."

Alexander Robert Spitzer, a clinical neurology researcher, died at 70. He pioneered the application of neural network analysis to electromyography and neurophysiology, holding several U.S. patents and founding a telemedicine practice.

Harry Bostic, a former IEEE Region 4 director, died at 86. He had a 30-year career with the U.S. Navy's avionics facility, working on flight control and navigation systems.

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