Dr. Steven Low

Professor

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Biography

Steven Low is a Frank J. Gilloon Professor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences at the California Institute of Technology. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University in 1987, followed by a Master of Science from the University of California in 1989, and a Ph.D. in 1992. Low has served as an Associate Professor at Caltech from 2000 to 2006 before becoming a full Professor in 2006. In 2018, he attained the position of Gilloon Professor. His research focuses on power systems, cyber-physical systems, energy-efficient networking, network architecture, and smart grid technology. He is involved in various courses related to scientific technology entrepreneurship, power systems analysis, and control optimization. Low's work contributes to advancements in networking and energy efficiency, positioning him as a leader in these fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Frank J. Gilloon Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Currently serving as a professor with a focus on energy systems and networking.

Professor

2006-01-01 — 2018-12-31

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Served as a full professor, contributing extensively to research in networking and energy efficiency.

Associate Professor

2000-01-01 — 2006-12-31

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Held the position of associate professor, focusing on foundational research in electrical engineering.

Courses

E/SEC 102 – Scientific Technology Entrepreneurship EE/CS/EST 135 – Power System Analysis CS/EE 146 – Control Optimization Networks CMS 9 – Introduction to Computing Mathematics CS 9 – Introduction to Computer Science

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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