Dr. Ashok Cutkosky

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ashok Cutkosky is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Boston University, where he has been serving since fall 2020. He is also affiliated with the Department of Computer Science. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University in 2018 under the supervision of Kwabena Boahen and holds an AB in Mathematics from Harvard University, which he completed in 2013. Prior to his current role, Ashok worked as a research scientist at Google, focusing on advanced topics in optimization algorithms and machine learning. His research spans various areas including non-convex optimization and adaptive online learning, where he aims to develop innovative solutions that enhance algorithmic performance in practical applications.

Research Interests

Optimization Algorithms Machine Learning Non-Convex Optimization Adaptive Online Learning

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-09-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Teaching and conducting research in Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science.

Research Scientist

— Present

Google •

Conducted research in optimization algorithms and machine learning.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

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