Daniel Bates

Daniel Bates is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology. His research focuses on Computer Architecture and Machine Learning, emphasizing co-optimization of hardware and software. Key projects include the Loki manycore processor (with 128 cores fabricated in 2018) and the Muntjac RISC-V multicore processor, designed for simplicity and extensibility. Bates explores energy-efficient machine learning optimizations like dynamic gating and network architecture search.

He teaches courses including Part IA Algorithms, Part IB Computer Architecture, and Part II Advanced Computer Architecture. His supervision style prioritizes student feedback and clarity, offering tailored support and prompt communication. Bates has contributed to over a dozen peer-reviewed publications since 2013, addressing topics from neural network security to embedded system optimization.

His work bridges theoretical research and practical hardware implementation, with a focus on open-source contributions like the Muntjac processor. He actively collaborates with industry through the University's research initiatives, emphasizing real-world applications of computer architecture advancements.