Nikola Zlatanov
Why did you decide to pursue a graduate degree?
I am driven to research mainly by curiosity. I like to play with difficult unsolved problems and try to find solutions. I find great satisfaction when I solve a problem, especially when the solution has a huge implication for practical application.
Why did you decide to study at UBC?
I wanted to continue my education in North America, and Canada was my preferred destination. My decision to come to UBC was due to the fact that Vancouver is one of the world's top cities to live in, and that UBC is one of the world's top ranking universities.
What was the best surprise about UBC or life in Vancouver?
I was surprised how beautiful Vancouver really is, and I was very satisfied by the research opportunities that UBC offers.
What advice do you have for new graduate students?
My advice is to enjoy grad life.
Learn more about Nikola's research
We propose a new communication protocol for wireless cooperative networks in which the relays transmit and receive adaptively, based on the quality of the receiving and transmitting links.