People

Lab director

Dr. Christof Teuscher, Professor

Christof Teuscher is a professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). Dr. Teuscher obtained his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degree in computer science from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) in 2000 and 2004 respectively. 

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Current team

Kasun Bebarende Guruge

Kasun Guruge is a graduate student at PSU, pursuing a PhD in Computer Science. He completed his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Sri Lanka. With approximately four years of industrial experience in software backend development, he has now redirected his focus towards research in Artificial Intelligence. In addition to his academic pursuits, Kasun has a passion for cooking and exploring archaeological sites. He enjoys reading and watching historical content, as well as studying various cultures rooted in different religions around the world.

Ishaan Agrawal

Ishaan Agrawal is an undergraduate student studying Computer Engineering and Mathematics at PSU. They are interested in exploring the application of pure math theory to novel computing systems, and the applications of control theory to robotic systems.

Haranadh Chintapalli

Haranadh Chintapalli is a continuing grad student at PSU pursuing PhD in ECE. After finishing MS from PSU, He has gained industrial knowledge and is experienced in a wide range of skills in Hardware Design, driving with passion towards research in Artificial Intelligence. He did his Bachelors from NIT Calicut in ECE. He loves to explore new places, tasting different food, playing chess and cricket, and is interested in the concept of Mind Palace.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/haranadh

Sandhyarani Dash

Sandy Dash is a Firmware Engineer at Intel. She graduated from Portland State University in 2011 with a Masters degree in ECE. Continuing to gain expertise in the field of hardware design and pre-Si validation she started at Intel as a “Component Design Engineer”. After four years of experience in designing DFx IP to train DDR interfaces and two years of experience in Electrical Validation of DDR interfaces, she moved on to develop firmware for the same.
Over the years Sandy has developed interest in Machine Learning and aspires to build intelligent systems that can eventually propose solutions to environmental issues such as global warming, beyond human imagination.
Sandy is an ultra distance runner, rock, ice climber and a mountaineer. She spends a good amount of time in learning rock climbing skills and technique to climb harder alpine routes. She aspires to free climb “FreeRider” on El-Capitan in a day.

https://dashertonclimbs.com

Nadine Ferguson

Nadine Ferguson is an UMRP Scholar and an undergraduate in mathematics and data science at PSU. She is interested in integrating technology into the classroom. In her spare time Nadine enjoys reading, swing dancing, and playing the piano.

Byron Gregg

Byron Gregg (right in photo) is an Design Automation Engineer for Intel and a continuing Graduate student at Portland State pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Byron’s professional background has included 8 years working in Semiconductor Fabrication, Fault Isolation, Failure Analysis, Automation, and most recently DFT Design Methodology (all at Intel). Byron previously attended PSU 2018-2019, completing his MS in ECE focusing on Digital IC Design, Test, and Validation. Over the years, Byron has maintained a wide breadth of interest in various STEM topics. These include Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, Computer Architecture, Adiabatic Computing, Thermodynamic Computing, Semi-Conductor Device Fabrication, Superconductivity, and more. In his free time, Byron likes to travel with his family, read, and play guitar.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/byron-gregg

Aparna Kamath

Aparna Kamath is a rising freshman who will be attending Westview High School. She is interested in the intersection of computer science and medicine. In her free time, she likes to swim, read, play piano and do karate. 

Nihar Koppolu

I am an undergraduate student at Portland State University. I am majoring in computer science and completing my pre-medicine requirements with the goal of applying to medical school eventually.

Holden Lee

Holden Lee is a research assistant looking to eventually pursue graduate studies. He is interested in math and computer science, and their application for other fields of study.

Brian LewConklin

I like machine learning and I’m super exited to be working here over the summer!

Theodore Miranda-Zellnik

Theo is a rising senior who is interested in computers, music, chemistry, juggling, and anything else that he stumbles into!

Maansi Sing

Maansi is a student at Jesuit High School. She is fascinated by the diverse applications of machine learning and is fond of studying mathematics, psychology, computer science and ethics. In her free time, Maansi enjoys reading science fiction literature, yoga, and playing the flute.

Surabhi Sharma

Surabhi Sharma is a student at Jesuit High School. She is passionate about combining her love for science, math, and computer science to create an impact on the world. She is also interested in exploring the application of Artificial Intelligence to address environmental challenges. Her hobbies include performing Indian dance, painting, baking, and playing the piano.

 


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