Multiuser Detection

Abstract

This dissertation represents a major milestone in my life and it has been reached, and the next steps will be taken with the support and friendship of some people very special to me. I would like especially to thank my parents whose love, advice, and encouragement have always inspired me to take the next steps; my brother, Erik, whose art and creativity have been an inspiration; Iva, who has been an unmatched source of love, laughter and friendship; my Grandma, who, even though she missed the grade where you learn fractions, was the first person published in my family; Pat DuBois for her tireless support; Miki and Manjo for their warmth; and Rally, who has always kept me company and chased away the stress. I would like to thank my advisor, Professor Madhow, for his vision, guidance, support and limitless patience. Thank you to my committee members, Professors Belding-Royer, Cruz, Gibson, Rose, and Shynk for their discussion and comments in bringing this project to fruition. And navigating all the channels at UCSB would have been impossible without Valerie De Veyra. I received continued motivation also from the students who were in my T.A. sections over the years. There have been a few key individuals along the way who helped even to reach this point, and I am thankful to Ms. Koslove, Mrs. Michaels, and Prof. G. Finally, this has been an education in life for me, and I am thankful for the people who have enriched all its aspects: Raghu for his unlimited capacity for debate on any topic; Noah for the calls to get to the gym; Suk-seung for the study hours; Kris C. and John K. for keeping a great environment; Nick Angelov for laughing (at me); Steve T. for his energy; John B. for that mid-western connection. I would like to thank a great friend and light in the darkness, Jelena. A host of others who all make my experience here special: