2024 Technical Excellence Award
Presented to Dr. Anand Raghunathan, Purdue University
Professor Anand Raghunathan, the Silicon Valley Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University, is recognized for his pioneering contributions to approximate computing and the design of artificial intelligence hardware with the 2024 Technical Excellence Award.
Prof. Raghunathan's groundbreaking research has established the field of approximate computing and significantly advanced the design of efficient AI hardware. His work has deeply influenced both academia and industry, leading to innovative hardware solutions widely adopted in today's AI technologies.
With over 5000 citations for his approximate computing research and numerous accolades, including best paper and test-of-time awards, Professor Raghunathan's contributions have been pivotal in shaping the future of computing. His leadership in the field is underscored by his role as Associate Director of the Center for Brain-inspired Computing, further cementing his impact on the industry.