Dr. Jon Kleinberg

Professor

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Biography

Jon Kleinberg is a Tisch University Professor at Cornell University in the Department of Information Science. He is known for his pioneering work on the roles algorithms and networks play in large-scale social information systems and their broader societal implications. His research has earned him numerous prestigious awards, including the NSF Career Award and the MacArthur Fellowship. Kleinberg's contributions extend to various funded projects, with backing from organizations such as Facebook, Google, and the Simons Foundation. He teaches courses that address the ethical and societal implications of computing, including 'Choices and Consequences in Computing' and has co-authored influential textbooks in algorithm design and network analysis. His work has significantly shaped the understanding of how information flows through networks and how algorithms can be designed to address important social issues. He is an influential figure in artificial intelligence and data science, where his insights facilitate the improvement of systems in diverse fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Tisch University Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Leading research and education in Information Science and technology.

Courses

Choices and Consequences in Computing Algorithm Design

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture