Dr. John Reif

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Biography

John H. Reif is a Hollis Edens Distinguished Professor at Duke University, holding positions in the Computer Science department and the Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science. His research interests encompass a broad range of topics including molecular assembly, DNA computing, robot motion planning, and various forms of algorithms such as parallel, randomized, and graph algorithms. He has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications in high-impact journals and conferences, focusing on advancements in the understanding and application of computational techniques and structures at the molecular level. His work has been recognized by prestigious awards, including being named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and a Highly Cited Researcher by Thomson Reuters. Reif's educational background includes a B.S. from Tufts University, followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. from Harvard University. He has taught various courses in computer science at Duke University and continues to mentor students and research associates.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow

2003-01-01
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Highly Cited Researcher

2001-01-01
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Fellow

1997-01-01
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Fellow

1993-01-01

Courses

COMPSCI 93: History of Computing, Cryptography, Robotic Devices COMPSCI 590D: Advanced Topics in Computer Science COMPSCI 534D: Computational Complexity COMPSCI 531D: Introduction to Algorithms

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)