Craig Gotsman

Craig Gotsman is a Distinguished Professor of Computer Science at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He holds a Ph.D. (1991), M.S. (1985), and B.S. (1983) in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

His research focuses on computational geometry, geometric modeling, computer graphics, and algorithms for sensor networks. Notable contributions include methods for 3D point cloud processing, route optimization on road networks, and privacy-preserving data hiding techniques. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in medical imaging and multimedia systems.

Publications span topics like fast route computation, geodesic distance queries, and medical imaging analysis. His 2009 Most Cited Paper Award highlights impactful contributions to computer-aided geometric design. Gotsman also explores distributed algorithms for sensor networks and novel view synthesis from depth video.

His research integrates geometric algorithms with real-world challenges, emphasizing efficiency and scalability. Ongoing projects include optimizing mesh processing, developing secure data-hiding systems, and advancing medical imaging techniques for cardiac analysis.