Robert G. Gallager

Robert G. Gallager is a prominent electrical engineer and computer scientist known for foundational work in information theory and digital communications. His research helped develop methods for transmitting data efficiently and reliably over noisy channels, underpinning modern internet and wireless technologies. Gallager authored influential textbooks and introduced algorithms essential for error correction and data coding, shaping how digital communication systems are designed. His work ensures that information can be sent quickly and accurately across distances, benefiting global communication networks and digital technology advancements.