Paul
E. Jacobs (B.S.’84, M.S.’86, Ph.D.’89 EECS), chief executive officer of San
Diego–based wireless telecommunications company Qualcomm, accepted the 2008
Berkeley Engineering Innovation Award at a September 26 reception and dinner at
the Claremont Country Club in Oakland. Jacobs was recognized for outstanding
achievement in his field, including his more than 35 patented inventions in the
area of wireless technology. The Innovation Award, previously known as the
Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award, has been bestowed by the college since
1975 to honor alumni for their leadership in engineering fields.
