Dr. David Luckham

Professor

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Biography

David Luckham is a Professor (Research) Emeritus in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. His academic career includes significant roles such as Vinton Hayes Senior Research Fellow at Harvard University and Associate Professor at UCLA's Computer Science Department. Professor Luckham has been actively involved in research consulting activities focusing on software technology, including multi-processing business languages, event-driven systems, complex event processing, and systems architecture. He has an extensive publication record consisting of four books and over 100 technical papers, earning ACM/IEEE Paper Awards for his contributions. His notable works include 'The Power of Events' and 'Event Processing for Business'. Luckham has enjoyed numerous invited faculty positions and has played a pivotal role in various committees related to computer systems and language design for the Department of Defense. He is a recognized speaker at international conferences and has taught courses on Artificial Intelligence and programming languages, highlighting his deep involvement in both academic and practical aspects of Electrical Engineering and computer science.

Research Interests

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.