Dr. Sara Kalvala

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sara Kalvala is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick. Her research in Computational Biology emphasizes the development of simulation techniques to model interactions among microorganisms, employing cellular automata and multi-agent modeling. She works on logic-based domain-specific languages to model bio-networks, metabolic pathways, and signaling networks, with a focus on the design of synthetic biology circuits. Additionally, she has a keen interest in Formal Methods, specifically in developing verified optimizing compilers and using Temporal Logics for specifying optimizations. Professor Kalvala is also a member of the ACM-Women Scholarship committee, which provides funding for female students worldwide to attend Computer Science conferences. Throughout her career, she has contributed to various academic publications emphasizing the importance of modeling internal spatial dynamics of biological cells and exploring the implications of race conditions in concurrent and distributed applications.

Research Interests

Courses

CS908: Research Methods CS407: MEng Group Project CS349: Principles of Programming Languages CS118: Programming for Computer Scientists CS352: Project Management for Computer Scientists CS325: Compiler Design CS241: Operating Systems CS310: Computer Science Project Coordinator

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.