National Inventors Hall of Fame Honoree Andrew Viterbi

The transcript discusses the speaker's experience with grants during their time at UCLA and Qualcomm, focusing on the development of the Viterbi decoder with SBIR funding. It highlights the importance of NSF funding in advancing technology and the risks involved in product development. The speaker emphasizes the critical role of government R&D support in mitigating these risks and fostering innovation.

What was the purpose of the SBIR grant mentioned in the text?

What were the advancements made in the Viterbi decoder as a result of the SBIR grant?

In what ways did the NSF funding provide 'bragging rights' for Qualcomm?

How did the NSF funding impact Qualcomm's product development?

What risks are associated with developing new systems and products at Qualcomm?