Dr. Jo Van Bulck

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jo Van Bulck is an Assistant Professor tenure track at KU Leuven, in the Distributed Secure Software (DistriNet) research unit. His research primarily focuses on security in computing environments, particularly in low-level software, hardware-software boundaries, and trustworthy execution environments. He has been involved in various projects such as Confidential Computing, Cross-Layer Systems Security, and Security Arms Race, emphasizing the importance of secure computing in modern systems. His academic contributions include publications on memory aliasing attacks in trusted execution environments and the development of secure computing frameworks. Jo actively presents his work at international conferences, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field of computer security. He is also engaged in initiatives aimed at fostering scientific communication and education in computer science.

Research Interests

Requirements for KU Leuven

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required: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:94
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:166
Overall
Required:154
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's programme in Engineering Science with strong components in computer science and mathematics Bachelor's degree in Informatics or Computer Science with a strong component of mathematics
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Specialization Notes

Master of Engineering: Computer Science. Admission is at the discretion of the Faculty of Engineering Science.