Dr. Leandros Tassiulas

Professor

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Biography

Leandros Tassiulas is the John C. Malone Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Yale Engineering, with additional appointments in Computer Science. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, College Park. His research focuses on computer communication networks, emphasizing mathematical models, algorithms, and protocols for complex wireless systems, including sensor networks and innovative internet architectures. He has made notable contributions to network management strategies, including max-weight scheduling algorithms, back-pressure network control, and energy management techniques for wireless networks. Tassiulas has received numerous awards, including the IEEE Koji Kobayashi Computer Communications Award and the ACM Mobihoc Paper Award, recognizing his impactful works. A fellow of IEEE, he is dedicated to advancing both foundational and applied aspects of wireless communication and networking technologies. His research is aligned with the increasing demands of modern communication infrastructures and addresses critical challenges in network performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Teaching and research in the fields of electrical and computer engineering and computer science.

Awards

#2016

IEEE Koji Kobayashi Computer Communications Award

#2015

Distinguished Alumni Award

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Fellow

Patents

Distributed bandwidth allocation transmission coordination method quality service provision wireless AD HOC networks

7,961,702 2011-06-14

Method for coordinating bandwidth allocation in wireless networks.

Combined power control space-time diversity mobile cellular communications

6,377,812 2002-04-23

Method for power control in mobile communications to enhance service quality.

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.