Dr. Anup Basu

Professor

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Biography

Anup Basu is a Professor in the Department of Computing Science at the University of Alberta. He completed his B.S. in Math & Statistics and M.E. in Computer Science from the Indian Statistical Institute in Calcutta, and obtained his Ph.D. in Computing Science from the University of Maryland. His research areas include Computer Graphics, Computer Vision, and Multimedia Communications with a focus on 3D Computer Vision and Graphics, Quality of Service (QoS) based delivery methodologies in multimedia, and adaptive bandwidth use. He has developed significant applications in telelearning and electronic commerce catering to user-specific bandwidth requirements. His work led to the development of a patented Super High Resolution digital camera and advanced stereo 3D scanning technologies. Basu is also involved with the MPEG-4 coding standards, investigating intelligent image pre-processing and foveated image compression techniques. He has received significant funding for his research initiatives and has published numerous papers that contribute to the field of multimedia processing and transmission.

Research Interests

Courses

CMPUT 307 - 3D Modeling Animation CMPUT 414 - Introduction Multimedia Technology

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management