Dr. Manolis Savva

Associate Professor

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Biography

Manolis Savva is an Associate Professor in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University, specializing in Computer Graphics. His research interests are focused on the analysis and generation of 3D content, aiming for holistic understanding of 3D scenes in relation to computer vision and robotics applications. Dr. Savva completed his Ph.D. at Stanford University under the supervision of Pat Hanrahan and holds an undergraduate degree in Physics and Computer Science from Cornell University. He has contributed to various innovative projects and papers, including advancements in 3D scene modeling and recognition. His work has earned him recognition through numerous awards such as the CHCCS Early Career Researcher Award. He plays a significant role in mentoring students, guiding several towards their graduate studies and career advancements in the field. Additionally, he has held important research positions, including a visiting researcher role at Facebook AI Research and postdoctoral associate positions at Princeton University, focusing on topics related to computer graphics and vision.

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Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy