Dr. Swamit Tannu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Swamit Tannu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on Quantum Computing Systems, specifically in the areas of architecture, compilers, error correction, and full-stack design. He emphasizes rigorous systems thinking, integrating algorithms, compilers, and real-time decoders with the concrete hardware of quantum computers. His teaching includes advanced topics in quantum architecture and systems architecture for quantum computers. Tannu’s work aims to make quantum machines faster, more reliable, and easier to program by addressing the challenges of quantum control, fault-tolerant architectures, and the development of efficient runtimes and compilers. He has received recognition for his work, including the NSF CAREER Award and induction into the MICRO Hall of Fame. In addition to his academic pursuits, he engages with the community through various program committees and seminars in the field of quantum computing.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-08-01 — Present

University of Wisconsin–Madison • Madison, WI

Research and teaching in Quantum Computing Systems.

Awards

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NSF CAREER Award

2020-01-01
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Induction into MICRO Hall of Fame

2019-01-01

Courses

CS 758: Advanced Topics in Computer Architecture: Fault-Tolerant Quantum Architecture CS 639: Systems Architecture for Quantum Computers CS 838 Seminar: Quantum Computing CS 552: Introduction to Computer Architecture CS 752: Advanced Computer Architecture

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences