OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials is 80. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Table of Contents	2244
Editorial Fifth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	1113
Centrality-Based On-Path Caching Strategies in NDN-Based Internet of Things: A Survey	920
Nano-Bio Systems for Intra-Body Sensing, Actuation, and Communication in the Terahertz Band and Beyond	615
A Survey on DRX Mechanism: Device Power Saving From LTE and 5G New Radio to 6G Communication Systems	527
Integrated Sonar and Communication: A Survey	477
Edge Learning for 6G-Enabled Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey of Vulnerabilities, Datasets, and Defenses	439
An Overview on IEEE 802.11bf: WLAN Sensing	438
Advancing Fluid Antenna-Assisted Non-Terrestrial Networks in 6G and Beyond: Fundamentals, State of the Art, and Future Directions	397
A Tutorial-Cum-Survey on Self-Supervised Learning for Wi-Fi Sensing: Trends, Challenges, and Outlook	391
Convergence of MEC and DRL in Non-Terrestrial Wireless Networks: Key Innovations, Challenges, and Future Pathways	372
Toward Quantum-Native Communication Systems: State-of-the-Art, Trends, and Challenges	355
A Tutorial on Immersive Video Delivery: From Omnidirectional Video to Holography	336
Security and Privacy of IP-ICN Coexistence: A Comprehensive Survey	330
Adversarial Machine Learning for Network Intrusion Detection Systems: A Comprehensive Survey	326
UAV-Assisted Communications With RF Energy Harvesting: A Comprehensive Survey	322
A Tutorial on AI-Empowered Integrated Sensing and Communications	312
Graph Neural Networks for Next-Generation-IoT: Recent Advances and Open Challenges	310
Quantum Federated Learning: A Comprehensive Survey	294
Zero-Knowledge Proof-Based Verifiable Decentralized Machine Learning in Communication Network: A Comprehensive Survey	291
Fluid Antennas: Pioneering a New Era in Next-Generation Wireless Communications	279
A Survey on Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Assisted Optical Wireless Communications	277
A Tutorial on SDR-Based NB-IoT PHY: Synchronization, Demodulation, and Validation	275
Low-Latency Video Streaming: Applications, Challenges, and Trends	269
A Comprehensive Survey on Optical Scattering Communications: Current Research, New Trends, and Future Vision	265

A Survey on DRL-Based UAV Communications and Networking: DRL Fundamentals, Applications and Implementations	256
Machine Learning for Large-Scale Optimization in 6G Wireless Networks	247
Intellicise Wireless Networks From Semantic Communications: A Survey, Research Issues, and Challenges	245
“X of Information” Continuum: A Survey on AI-Driven Multi-Dimensional Metrics for Next-Generation Networked Systems	241
Integrated Sensing and Communications Over the Years: An Evolution Perspective	239
A Survey on Model-Based, Heuristic, and Machine Learning Optimization Approaches in RIS-Aided Wireless Networks	236
Quantum Transduction: Enabling Quantum Networking	234
Holographic MIMO Communications: Theoretical Foundations, Enabling Technologies, and Future Directions	233
Editorial Fourth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	231
Evaluating Transport Layer Congestion Control Algorithms: A Comprehensive Survey	231
Editorial: Fourth Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	231
Security and Privacy on 6G Network Edge: A Survey	222
Active Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces: Expanding the Frontiers of Wireless Communication-A Survey	222
Coding Techniques for Backscatter Communications—A Contemporary Survey	213
Generative AI Meets 6G and Beyond: Diffusion Models for Semantic Communications	204
A Tutorial on Fluid Antenna System for 6G Networks: Encompassing Communication Theory, Optimization Methods and Hardware Designs	204
Post-Quantum Blockchain Security for the Internet of Things: Survey and Research Directions	201
Physical-Layer Aspects of Quantum Communications: A Survey	197
Intrusion Detection and Prevention for Intra- and Inter-Vehicle Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	181
Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) Cybersecurity Scenarios, Trends, and Potential Technologies: A Review	176
Twelve Scientific Challenges for 6G: Rethinking the Foundations of Communications Theory	176
A Survey on Nongeostationary Satellite Systems: The Communication Perspective	176
A Comprehensive Survey of Wireless Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN): Architecture, Technologies, Applications, and Open Issues	175
Beyond the Edge: An Advanced Exploration of Reinforcement Learning for Mobile Edge Computing, Its Applications, and Future Research Trajectories	168
Modeling, Estimation, and Applications of Phase Noise in Wireless Communications: A Survey	166
A Survey of Adversarial Attack and Defense Methods for Malware Classification in Cyber Security	165
In-Network Machine Learning Using Programmable Network Devices: A Survey	162
Modeling and Analysis of Non-Terrestrial Networks by Spherical Stochastic Geometry: A Survey	155
Backscatter Communication Meets Practical Battery-Free Internet of Things: A Survey and Outlook	152
A Survey on Intent-Based Networking	151
Machine Learning for Service Migration: A Survey	149
Explainable Intrusion Detection for Cyber Defences in the Internet of Things: Opportunities and Solutions	146
Large Language Model (LLM) for Telecommunications: A Comprehensive Survey on Principles, Key Techniques, and Opportunities	145
Physical Layer Security for Authentication, Confidentiality, and Malicious Node Detection: A Paradigm Shift in Securing IoT Networks	145
A Full Dive Into Realizing the Edge-Enabled Metaverse: Visions, Enabling Technologies, and Challenges	145
Anomaly Detection in Blockchain Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	139
The Emergence of Multi-Functional and Hybrid Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces for Integrated Sensing and Communications - A Survey	132
A Survey of Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence for 6G Wireless Communications	132
Wireless Sensing for Material Identification: A Survey	128
Machine Learning in FCAPS: Toward Enhanced Beyond 5G Network Management	128
Front Cover	127
Resource Management in RIS-Assisted Rate Splitting Multiple Access for Next Generation (xG) Wireless Communications: Models, State-of-the-Art, and Future Directions	125
A Survey on Haptics: Communication, Sensing and Feedback	122
A Survey of Quantum Internet Protocols From a Layered Perspective	122
Resource Management From Single-Domain 5G to End-to-End 6G Network Slicing: A Survey	121
Virtual Network Embedding: Literature Assessment, Recent Advancements, Opportunities, and Challenges	120
A Comprehensive Overview on UWB Radar: Applications, Standards, Signal Processing Techniques, Datasets, Radio Chips, Trends and Future Research Directions	118
Integration of Blockchain and Auction Models: A Survey, Some Applications, and Challenges	117
Architectures, Benefits, Security, and Privacy Issues of Internet of Nano Things: A Comprehensive Survey, Opportunities, and Research Challenges	116
Unleashing the Power of Edge-Cloud Generative AI in Mobile Networks: A Survey of AIGC Services	116

Entanglement-Assisted Quantum Networks: Mechanics, Enabling Technologies, Challenges, and Research Directions	115
Visible Light Positioning as a Next-Generation Indoor Positioning Technology: A Tutorial	114
When Federated Learning Meets Quantum Computing: Survey and Research Opportunities	113
Codes for Identification via Channels: Tutorial for Communications Generalists	111
A Comprehensive Survey on Self-Supervised Learning for Specific Emitter Identification	108
Principles, Applications, and Challenges of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Enabled Backscatter Communication: A Comprehensive Survey and Outlook	107
Navigating the Road Ahead: A Comprehensive Survey of Radio Resource Allocation for Vehicle Platooning in C-V2X Communications	107
Gravitational Communication: Fundamentals, State-of-the-Art, and Future Vision	106
Survey on Opportunistic PNT With Signals From LEO Communication Satellites	105
Security Analysis of Critical 5G Interfaces	105
A Survey on Pinching-Antenna Systems: Optimization Techniques, Intelligent Designs, and Multifunctional Applications	104
MIMO Satellite Communication Systems: A Survey From the PHY Layer Perspective	103
6G Communication New Paradigm: The Integration of Autonomous Aerial Vehicles and Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces	103
Edge Graph Intelligence: Reciprocally Empowering Edge Networks With Graph Intelligence	102
Generative AI-Empowered Secure Communications in Space–Air–Ground Integrated Networks: A Survey and Tutorial	102
On the Road to 6G: Visions, Requirements, Key Technologies, and Testbeds	101
A Comprehensive Survey on Full-Duplex Communication: Current Solutions, Future Trends, and Open Issues	101
A Tutorial on Movable Antennas for Wireless Networks	101
A Tutorial on Six-Dimensional Movable Antenna for 6G Networks: Synergizing Positionable and Rotatable Antennas	100
A Tutorial on Data-Driven Quality-of-Experience Modeling With Explainable Artificial Intelligence	99
A Human-Centric Metaverse Enabled by Brain-Computer Interface: A Survey	98
A Comprehensive Study on LPWANs With a Focus on the Potential of LoRa/LoRaWAN Systems	97
Web 3.0: A Survey on the Architectures, Enabling Technologies, Applications, and Challenges	96
Wireless Blockchain Meets 6G: The Future Trustworthy and Ubiquitous Connectivity	95
GNSS Jamming and Spoofing Threats in UAV Navigation: Countermeasure Status and Challenges	94
A Systematic Review of Human Activity Recognition Based on Mobile Devices: Overview, Progress and Trends	93
Survey on Unified Threat Management (UTM) Systems for Home Networks	92
Physical Layer Authentication and Security Design in the Machine Learning Era	91
Federated Learning for 6G Security: A Survey on Threats, Solutions, and Research Directions	88
Navigating the Dual-Use Nature and Security Implications of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces in Next-Generation Wireless Systems	88
A Survey on Beyond 5G Network Slicing for Smart Cities Applications	87
Integrating Communication, Sensing and Security: Progress and Prospects of PLS in ISAC Systems	87
Bacterial Communications and Computing in Internet of Everything (IoE)	86
A Tutorial on Near-Field XL-MIMO Communications Toward 6G	85
Federated Learning and Meta Learning: Approaches, Applications, and Directions	85
A Tutorial on Extremely Large-Scale MIMO for 6G: Fundamentals, Signal Processing, and Applications	85
RIS-Assisted Physical Layer Security in Emerging RF and Optical Wireless Communications Systems: A Comprehensive Survey	85
Editorial Third Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	84
Internet of Digital Twin: Framework, Applications, and Enabling Technologies	83
When Simultaneous Localization and Mapping Meets Wireless Communications: A Survey	83
A Survey on Approximate Edge AI for Energy Efficient Autonomous Driving Services	82
Toward 6G Optical Fronthaul: A Survey on Enabling Technologies and Research Perspectives	81
Models, Methods, and Solutions for Multicasting in 5G/6G mmWave and Sub-THz Systems	80
Optimal Control and Communication Strategies in Multi-Energy Generation Grid	80
Blockchain Security Risk Assessment in Quantum Era, Migration Strategies, and Proactive Defense	80
Open RAN for 6G Networks: Architecture, Use Cases and Open Issues	80