Sanjay J. Patel

Sanjay J. Patel is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and an Affiliate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is also the Co-Director of the IBM-Illinois Center for Cognitive Computing Systems Research, Director of the Alchemy Technology Foundry, and Senior Technology Advisor for the Rokwire Open-Source Initiative.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, May 1999

Research Interests: Sanjay's research spans computer architecture, microarchitecture, and high-performance and reliable computing systems. He explores the implications of emerging applications and technologies on system design, with a growing focus on the intersection of architecture, sensors, and machine learning. His work also emphasizes digital systems for societal good, aiming to apply technological innovation to real-world challenges.

Awards and Honors:

• NSF CAREER Award (2001)
• IBM Faculty Partnership Award (2003–2004, 2004–2005)
• College of Engineering Willett Faculty Scholar (2002–2005, 2005–2009)
• Engineering Council Award for Excellence in Advising (2002–2003, 2004–2005)
• ASEE Outstanding Graduate Instructor Award (1996)
• Multiple teaching excellence recognitions from University of Illinois

Teaching and Advising: Sanjay has taught a range of courses including ECE 220 (Computer Systems & Programming), ECE 408 (Applied Parallel Programming), and ENG 573 (Capstone Project). He has been consistently recognized for teaching excellence and student advising.

Labs and Leadership Roles: He leads the Alchemy Technology Foundry, a hub for innovation in computing systems, and co-directs the IBM-Illinois Center for Cognitive Computing Systems Research, fostering collaboration between academia and industry.