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David Black-Schaffer received his PhD in 2008 from Stanford University, focusing on programming real-time embedded processing on many-core processors. He has worked at Apple, contributing to the development of the OpenCL implementation for heterogeneous parallel processing of CPUs and GPUs. In 2010, he joined Uppsala University as an assistant professor in the Department of Information Technology, where he has been involved in architecture research and teaching. He became a full professor in 2017 and currently leads the Division of Computer Systems. His research interests include performance computer architecture, memory systems, and efficiency optimization in data movement and scheduling. He has developed and led innovative teaching methods, including the flipped classroom approach, benefiting over 80,000 students. He has received multiple teaching awards and played a significant role in translating research into industry applications, notably in collaboration with major corporations. Black-Schaffer is an active contributor to various research projects, including multiple grants awarded by prestigious organizations, focusing on advancing technology in computer architecture and systems.
Uppsala University • Uppsala
Leading the Division of Computer Systems, conducting research in computer architecture and teaching.
Uppsala University • Uppsala
Engaged in architecture research and development in the Department of Information Technology.
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