Dr. Vijay Raghunathan

Professor

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Biography

Vijay Raghunathan is a Professor in the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. He has a strong background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, having earned his B.Tech. from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and both his M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles. His research interests are centered on hardware-software architectures for embedded computing systems, focusing on low-power design, reliable system design, and environmental energy harvesting. He has made significant contributions to the field of VLSI circuit design and system-on-chip design, exploring innovative techniques for wireless sensor networks. As a faculty member, he plays an integral role in advancing semiconductor education and fostering global partnerships in technology.

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.