Eddie Kohler

Eddie Kohler is the Microsoft Professor of Computer Science at Harvard University's Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), where he also serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies in Computer Science. His research focuses on high-performance systems, networks, and databases with an emphasis on concurrency control, data privacy, and scalable software design for multicore processors. He has contributed to foundational work in transactional systems, web application backends (e.g., Noria), and privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., Edna).

His research spans theoretical frameworks like the Scalable Commutativity Rule and practical implementations such as the Alto lightweight virtualization system. Kohler's work often bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in distributed systems, sensor networks, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR).

Notable contributions include innovations in in-memory database concurrency, optimistic transaction processing, and network congestion control protocols (e.g., TFRC-SP). His projects frequently emphasize system correctness through formal verification and empirical evaluation.

His articles reflect a trajectory from foundational concurrency research to applied systems engineering, with recent focus on privacy in web applications and optimizing modern multicore architectures. No specific grants or advisees are listed in the provided information.

Kohler leads research initiatives in scalable systems and maintains active collaboration with industry through his academic leadership roles.