Research Areas

Artificial Intelligence and Neural Networks
Fuzzy logic, neural networks, genetic algorithms, data mining and knowledge discovery, hybrid intelligent systems, distributed intelligent agents.

Combinatorial Optimization
Discrete optimization, computational geometry, complexity theory, graph algorithms, applications.

Computer Architecture
VLSI CAD, applications to VLSI manufacturing, computer interconnection networks, parallel logic simulation, layout algorithms, placements and routing.

Computer Networks
Network design, performance analysis, survivability, reliability.

Databases
Relational databases, object-oriented databases, logic-based databases.

Digital Libraries
Structure, query, navigation.

Graphics and Visualization
Hypermedia, multimedia, computer-supported cooperative work, user interface design, computer-based training, multimedia training systems, visual representations of concepts and processes in mathematics, applications of fractals in mathematical visualization, visualization methods for data analysis and teaching.

Parallel and Distributed Computing
Experimental parallel and distributed computing, parallel algorithms and data structures, network-based computing, parallel discrete event simulation, parallelizing compilers, parallel graph algorithms, interconnection network topology, computational biology.

Programming Languages
Language evaluation and implementation, languages for the World Wide Web.

Simulation
Simulation of artificial neural networks, modeling methodologies, discrete element simulation, distributed control systems, simulation of computer and telecommunication networks, parallel simulation.

Software Engineering
Formal specification methods, safety critical software, software reusability, object orientation.