Dr. David Levin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David I.W. Levin is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto specializing in numerical simulation and computer graphics. His main research interest lies in developing innovative simulation techniques that enable artists, engineers, and scientists to study and create diverse animations and machines. Prior to his current position, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Disney Research, where he focused on sensorimotor computation, and worked under Professor Wojciech Matusik at MIT. Levin has also contributed to research projects at WETA Digital, enhancing biomechanics-based simulation efforts. His passion for blending artistic design with scientific fidelity is reflected in his extensive list of publications in high-profile conferences such as SIGGRAPH and Eurographics.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-10-01 — Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

Conducts research and teaches courses in numerical simulation and computer graphics.

Associate Research Scientist

2018-01-01 — 2019-06-01

Disney Research • Boston, MA

Developed algorithms focusing on sensorimotor computation.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2016-07-01 — 2018-01-01

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Worked on projects involving computer graphics and animation.

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology