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Computer Systems and Networks

icteam | Louvain-la-Neuve

Computer Systems and Networks encompass the technologies, architectures, and methodologies that underpin the reliable operation and interconnection of computing devices. This field integrates cutting-edge research and innovation to enhance computational performance, resource sharing, and scalability across diverse environments, from personal devices to cloud infrastructures. 

Key research areas include:

  • Cloud Computing & Distributed Systems – Innovating in cloud-native architectures and large-scale distributed systems to enable next-generation applications.

  • Internet Measurement & Performance – Advancing methodologies to assess, optimize, and secure network reliability, speed, and responsiveness.

  • Network Protocols and Standards – Understanding and developing the protocols that govern communication across networks.

  • Large-Scale Systems Performance – Improve the energy consumption, adaptability, efficiency and programmability of large-scale networked systems.

  • System Scalability – Developing algorithms and frameworks to enhance large-scale system efficiency.

  • Embedded Systems & IoT – Designing intelligent, resource-efficient embedded solutions that power the Internet of Things, enabling smart and connected environments.

  • Blockchain & Decentralized Systems – Exploring the use of blockchain and related technologies for secure and transparent distributed systems.

Meet the Professors 

(by alphabetical order)

https://cristel.pelsser.eu

Prof Pelsser holds the chair in critical embedded systems