Dr. Oliver Brock

Professor

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Biography

Oliver Brock is an accomplished professor at TU Berlin, specializing in the algorithmic foundations that enable robotic agents to autonomously carry out complex tasks in dynamic and unstructured environments. His broad research focuses on robotics, leveraging algorithmic principles to tackle significant issues in structural molecular biology, including protein structure prediction, protein folding, and protein docking. With an extensive academic career, he has held notable positions including the Alexander von Humboldt Professorship at TU Berlin and various roles at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Stanford University. His work has garnered several accolades such as the NSF CAREER Award and nominations for prestigious awards including the Systems Paper Award and the Amazon Picking Challenge. As a senior member of IEEE and an active participant in multiple professional societies, he contributes to the field through editorial activities and service committees, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing robotics and cognitive systems education.

Research Interests

Experience

Alexander von Humboldt Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

TU Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Acclaimed position awarded for outstanding research and contributions in robotics.

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — 2009-01-01

University of Massachusetts Amherst •

Taught and conducted research in robotics and computer science.

Assistant Professor

2002-01-01 — 2008-01-01

University of Massachusetts Amherst •

Focused on algorithmic foundations and robotics research.

Research Associate Scientific Consultant

2001-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Stanford University •

Worked on projects related to robotics and computation.

Co-Founder Chief Technology Officer

1999-01-01 — 2001-01-01

AllAdvantage.com •

Led technology initiatives for the startup company.

Lecturer Research Scientist

2000-01-01 — Present

Rice University •

Conducted research and taught courses related to robotics.

Awards

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Systems Paper Award

2016-01-01
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Place

2015-01-01
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Place

2014-01-01
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Student Paper Award

2011-01-01
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Poster Award

2012-01-01
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IEEE Robotics Automation Active Technical Committee Award

2011-01-01
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Research Prize

2009-01-01
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NSF CAREER Award

2006-01-01

Requirements for Technical University of Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
PTE
Overall
Required:65
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Recognized first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) Specific ECTS in related subjects (e.g., 36 ECTS in Fundamentals of Computer Science for CS programs) Evidence of previous Master's studies (if applicable) Module descriptions of previous study program
Application Checklist
  • Officially certified copy of University degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Tabular CV
  • Motivation letter (program specific)
  • APS Certificate (for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam)
  • Proof of English proficiency (B2/C1 depending on program)
  • Copy of Passport
  • Preliminary Review Documentation (VPD) from uni-assist
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent for general engineering and computer science programs. Specific advanced master's (MBA/Energy) may require 1 year of professional experience.