Dr. Subhash Khot

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Biography

Subhash Khot is a Silver Professor in the Computer Science Department at New York University, and he is associated with the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. He received his PhD from the Princeton Computer Science Department under the supervision of Prof. Sanjeev Arora. His previous positions include being a member at the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) in the School of Mathematics, an Assistant Professor in the College of Computing at Georgia Tech, and an Associate Professor at NYU. He has also held a visiting faculty position at the University of Chicago's theory group. His research primarily focuses on computational complexity and related topics. Khot has taught various courses, including special topics in computational complexity and honors analysis of algorithms, at both NYU and the University of Chicago, demonstrating a broad expertise in theoretical computer science. His influence extends through teaching, research, and collaboration with notable academic institutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Silver Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

New York University • New York, NY

Holds a professorship in the Computer Science Department focusing on computational complexity.

Associate Professor

2007-01-01 — 2011-01-01

New York University • New York, NY

Taught advanced courses in computer science and conducted research in computational complexity.

Assistant Professor

2004-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Supervised graduate students and engaged in research activities.

Visiting Faculty

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Collaborated with the theory group in computer science.

Courses

Special Topics: Computational Complexity Honors Analysis Algorithms Theory of Computation Hardness of Approximation

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.