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Timothy Sun is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at San Francisco State University (SFSU), serving as Graduate Coordinator and Advisor. His research focuses on combinatorics and theoretical computer science, particularly topological graph theory. He holds a Ph.D. (2019) and B.S. (2013) in Computer Science from Columbia University, advised by Xi Chen and Rocco Servedio in the Theory Group. He previously held positions at Emory University (2019–2020) and Columbia University (2018). His Erdős number is 3.
- Education: Ph.D. Computer Science, Columbia University (2019); B.S. Computer Science, Columbia University (2013, magna cum laude)
Research emphasizes graph embeddings, genus calculations, and algorithmic design. Notable contributions include work on complete graph embeddings, cycle-finding algorithms, and Rubik’s Cube group commutators. Teaching includes Analysis of Algorithms I/II at SFSU and courses at Emory/Columbia.
Publications span graph theory and topology, with recent work on Jungerman ladders, nonorientable genus calculations, and algorithm visualization tools like AAnim. Awards include three bronze medals in speedcubing at the 2009 World Championships.
Advising activities include graduate student coordination at SFSU. No listed grants are detailed in the provided texts. Maintains a lab focused on theoretical computer science and algorithmic visualization.
