Xiaojun Lin

Xiaojun Lin serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University, a position he assumed in August 2005. His academic career bridges industry experience and advanced research in network systems.

His educational background includes:

• B.S. in Electronics and Information Systems, Zhongshan University, Guangzhou, China (1994)
• M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University (2000)
• Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University (2005)

Lin's research critically examines resource allocation, network control, routing protocols, security frameworks, and cross-layer design across wireless and wired communication infrastructures. His work addresses foundational challenges in modern network architecture with practical industry applications, informed by prior professional experience at IBM.

His scholarly contributions have earned significant recognition:

• 2005 Best Paper of the Year, Journal of Communications and Networks
• Runner-up, Best Paper Award, IEEE INFOCOM 2005

Professional history includes service as an I/T Specialist at IBM China (1995-1998) and research at IBM T.J. Watson Labs (2002). Information regarding student advising, research grants, and laboratory affiliations was not specified in available materials.