Professor Dr. Constantine Kontokosta

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Biography

Constantine E. Kontokosta is a Professor in Urban Science Planning at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, where he also serves as the Director of the Urban Intelligence Lab and Civic Analytics program at the Marron Institute of Urban Management. His research integrates urban science with computational methods and focuses on utilizing large-scale data to address critical urban challenges, including climate policy and public sector decision-making. He has directed graduate programs in urban informatics and has a strong background in both urban planning and real estate finance. His innovative work has been supported by various prestigious organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the MacArthur Foundation, and he has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field including the IBM Faculty Award and the UN Data Climate Action Challenge Award. Kontokosta has published extensively in top-tier journals and has been featured in major media outlets. He holds multiple degrees from Columbia University and New York University, demonstrating a robust interdisciplinary approach to urban issues.

Research Interests

Urban Science Urban Informatics

Experience

Professor

— Present

New York University • New York, NY

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts

Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.