Dr. Edward Schwartz

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Edward Schwartz is a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute, focusing on computer security. His research encompasses various aspects of software security including static and dynamic binary program analysis, vulnerability discovery techniques such as fuzzing and concolic execution, and the development of defenses against software security attacks, particularly code reuse attacks. He has also contributed to the field through participation in significant academic conferences, including the 31st USENIX Security Symposium. Schwartz's work is pivotal in addressing contemporary challenges in software protection and vulnerability management, and he is actively engaged in advancing methodologies for malware detection and analysis. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, and he has received recognition for his contributions in the field.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.