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Surender Baswana
Professor at IIT Kanpur

Surender Baswana

Surender Baswana is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kanpur, where he holds the Tapas Mishra Memorial Chair.

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About

He earned his PhD from IIT Delhi and works in the design and analysis of algorithms, with a focus on graph algorithms, dynamic algorithms, fault tolerant structures, and randomized algorithms. He received the IIT Kanpur Distinguished Teacher Award in 2017.

Students aspiring to study at IIT can talk to him to understand what to expect at an IIT.

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Research Guidance
How do I choose a strong PhD research problem? →When should I switch my research direction? →How do I handle slow progress in my thesis? →
Algorithms & CS Career
Should I pursue theory or applied algorithms research? →How do I build strong foundations in graph algorithms? →Is a career in academic CS research worth it? →
Academic Mentorship
How rigorous is teaching at IIT? →How do I decide whether IIT is the right place for me? →How do I balance coursework and independent research? →
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