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About the Lab
Welcome to the High-Performance Computing (HPC) Garage, the research lab of Prof. Richard (Rich) Vuduc at Georgia Tech's College of Computing. We are broadly interested in parallel computing for emerging and future systems. We are particularly interested in parallel algorithms, programming models, performance analysis and modeling, automated tuning (autotuning), and debugging. We target applications in computational science and engineering (CSE), which include computer-based simulations of natural and engineered systems and analysis of massive data sets.

Advice to Prospective Students

Monday, 03 August 2009 10:52 administrator
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We are always looking for talented and energetic students (graduate & undergraduate) and post-docs interested in high-performance parallel computing to join the lab. We are especially interested in students who have:

  • enthusiasm and motivation;
  • a strong technical background, particularly in math (discrete and continuous) and some depth in at least one systems area (architecture, compilers, programming languages, operating systems);
  • solid speaking and writing skills;
  • direct experience in high-performance parallel algorithms and programming, e.g., performance analysis, knowledge of assembly language, experience with "specialized" machine architectures such as clusters, multicore systems, GPUs, and/or Cell;
  • prior research experience.
You might not have all of these attributes, but if you have strong foundations and the time and willingness to learn, you might find a home in our lab! Smile
 
All: Start by reading some useful advice, written by other professors, here and here.

Current Georgia Tech students: Please send me a CV and a short description of your interests. Keep in mind that the best way to get to know the lab's style and technical interests is to take one of my classes or talk to one of my graduate students, so be sure mention whether or not you have done so in your e-mail.

Non-Georgia Tech undergraduate students: We enjoy hosting summer undergraduate research interns from other schools. Please send me a CV and short description of your interests if you're interested.

Non-Georgia Tech prospective graduate students: Please apply to one of our graduate programs! Note that admissions at Georgia Tech are made by a committee, so I cannot personally admit you into a program. However, if you believe that there is a strong technical alignment between you and my lab, feel free to let me know. Due the volume of such requests that I receive, please understand that I may not be able to reply individually to your message.

Lastly, thank you for your interest! We look forward to the opportunity of working with you.

Last Updated on Sunday, 04 July 2010 11:38
 

How to Apply

Saturday, 21 November 2009 16:35 administrator
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To apply to our M.S. and Ph.D. programs, please complete an official application for graduate studies in either the "Computational Science and Engineering (Computer Science)" or the "Computer Science" graduate programs at Georgia Tech.

The application deadline is typically December 15th each year to start in the Fall semester of the following year, or around September 15th to start in the Spring semester of the following year.

Also, if you are in need of useful advice, please read this informative blog on the graduate application process: Why go to graduate school and how to get into the program of your dreams.

Application Instructions

The graduate admissions application can be confusing. The following instructions may be helpful.
  1. The Georgia Tech graduate application is available online at http://www.gradadmiss.gatech.edu/
  2. On Page 1, question 14 (Program of Study), you are asked to select a graduate degree. I am able to advise students enrolled in either of the following degree programs:
    • Computational Science and Engineering (Computer Science)
    • Computer Science
  3. One Page 4 (Georgia Tech department specific application page), question 1, select "High Performance Computing" as your first choice area of interest.
  4. If you would like to join my lab, then in your statement on Page 4, please include this sentence: "I wish to be considered for a Graduate Research Assistantship under the direction of Professor Richard Vuduc." Also, please send me a follow-up e-mail with your First and Last name once you have submitted your online application and received an Order ID.
Regarding bullet (2) the CSE degree, as its name suggests, is most appropriate for students interested in topics at the intersection of computer science and applications in science, engineering, and data analytics. The CS degree is aimed at students interested in more "pure" CS research, and is similar (but perhaps better than!) to CS programs at other institutions. You should choose a degree based on your personal preferences.

I thank you for your interest in our program, wish you the best of luck in your pursuit of graduate studies, and very much look forward to seeing your application!

Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 December 2009 09:38