Dr. Mark Pauly

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Biography

Mark Pauly is a full professor in the School of Computer and Communication Sciences at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). He received his Ph.D. degree with distinction in 2003 from ETH Zurich and a Master's degree with the highest honors in 1999 from TU Kaiserslautern. His research interests encompass computer graphics, animation, shape modeling, geometry processing, architectural geometry, and digital fabrication. Pauly's work focuses on geometric computing, investigating efficient representations, scalable data structures, and robust algorithms for digital 3D models. He is dedicated to understanding the fundamental principles of geometric computing, leveraging insights to develop new algorithms and tools for 3D shape analysis, simulation, design, and fabrication. His research bridges mathematics, computer science, materials science, and architecture, aiming to facilitate innovative computational design solutions in advanced manufacturing and construction. He has received significant awards, including the Eurographics Young Researcher Award in 2006 and the ACM SIGGRAPH Asia Paper Award Honorable Mention in 2023.

Research Interests

Geometric Computing Geometry Processing Digital Fabrication Optimization Computational Design Architectural Geometry

Experience

Assistant Professor

2005-04-01 — 2005-08-01

ETH Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Postdoctoral Scholar

2003-08-01 — 2005-03-01

ETH Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Visiting Assistant Professor

2005-06-01 — 2005-09-01

ETH Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Awards

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ETH Medal

2003-01-01
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Eurographics Young Researcher Award

2006-01-01
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Eurographics Outstanding Technical Contributions Award

2016-01-01
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ACM SIGGRAPH Asia Paper Award

2023-01-01
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IASS Form Force Prize

2019-01-01
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SGP Paper Award

2015-01-01
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AAG Paper Award

2012-01-01

Requirements for École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++)
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of University Degree(s)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Copy of Passport or Identity Card
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Standard requirements for Engineering and Basic Science Master's programs. Architecture requires an additional portfolio.