Dr. Matthew Farrens

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Biography

Matthew Farrens is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Davis. His research primarily focuses on computer architecture, memory systems, and networking. He is particularly interested in high-performance single-chip processors with an emphasis on the interconnection and communication layers, instruction-level parallelism, and the challenges associated with memory systems. As a senior member of ACM, Farrens has made significant contributions to the field of computer architecture through his research and publications. His work addresses critical issues related to the efficient design and functioning of high-performance computing systems, ultimately benefiting various applications in scientific computing and advanced technological development.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

University of California, Davis • Davis, CA

Professor of Computer Science with a focus on computer architecture and memory systems.

Awards

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ACM Senior Member

2020-12-01

Requirements for University of California, Davis

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field ECS 120 (Theory of Computation) ECS 122A (Algorithm Design and Analysis) ECS 140A (Programming Languages) or ECS 160 (Software Engineering) ECS 150 (Operating Systems) or ECS 154B (Computer Architecture)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.