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The EECS Department requires that students submit a thesis proposal during their first semester as MEng students, before they have begun substantial work on the thesis. Thesis proposals are brief documents (1500-2500 words) which focus on the ultimate, novel goals of your research project. While it is nearly impossible to extrapolate exactly what could (or will) happen during the course of your research, your proposal serves as a thoughtful approximation of the impact that your project could have as new work in the field, as well as an agreement between you and your thesis research advisor on the scope of your thesis.

Finding a Thesis Research Advisor

MEng thesis research advisors are not required to be EECS faculty members; however, research advisors from other departments, or non-faculty research advisors, must be approved by the EECS Undergraduate Office .

It is the sole responsibility of a student in the MEng program to find a thesis research advisor. There are many ways to go about this process:

• If you are still an undergraduate, look for UROP or SuperUROP opportunities . Many MEng projects stem from UROPs.
• Consider what areas you might be interested in working in, and search relevant lab webpages for people working in those areas. Many EECS MEng students work in RLE, CSAIL, MTL, LIDS, or the Media Lab, but you don’t need to limit your search to these labs. If you find a person whom you think might be a good match, reach out to them with a short email explaining why you’d be interested in MEng opportunities with their group.
• Attend seminars held by research labs that interest you.
• Reach out to instructors you know who teach in the area you’re interested in, as they may be able to point you in a useful direction. Instructors that you’ve gotten to know well (even if they don’t work in your area of interest) as well as your advisor are also useful resources, for the same reasons.
• Keep an open mind to opportunities that are outside of your area. Many students do very interesting MEng projects with faculty from other departments.
• Subscribe to the EECS Opportunities List , which often has advertisements for MEng projects.

Writing Your Proposal

Once you’ve found a thesis research advisor, you should get to work proposing a thesis. Your thesis proposal should be completed while you are in continual conversation with your research advisor. The proposal itself should be divided into five sections:

• The introduction, to introduce the reader to the topic of your thesis.
• Related work, which describes previously-published work that is relevant to your thesis.
• Proposed work, which describes the work you will be doing for your thesis.
• Timeline, which breaks down your proposed work into concrete steps, each with an approximate due date. At a minimum, you should describe what you plan to do each semester of your MEng, but many students give a timeline that is broken down by months, not semesters.
• A bibliography

The EECS Communication Lab provides additional support for thesis proposal writing. You can see more detailed guidelines, as well as examples of previous MEng thesis proposals, here .

Submitting Your Proposal

The thesis proposal, and research advisor approval of the proposal, are typically due on the last day of classes each semester (see here for official deadlines) and there are no formatting requirements for the thesis proposal. When you are ready to submit, you can do so here . If you change your topic or research advisor, you should submit a new proposal.

6-A students must also submit a thesis proposal release letter. These letters can be sent to [email protected] and should follow one of the two templates below.

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The Thesis Proposal

What is a thesis proposal? The thesis proposal is a precise definition of the intellectual area in which your thesis will be situated. The goal is to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of that area. You will provide a write-up that gives a general description of your research problem to be addressed, an outline of the approach that will be taken, and what you have done so far along this journey. You will also take part in an oral presentation during which you will present the proposed dissertation research, including relevant background material and preliminary research results.  During and after the presentation, the Dissertation Committee will explore the research area with you to determine whether you have completed this phase successfully. The Dissertation Committee will prepare a report on the outcome of the proposal presentation, and a copy of the completed report will be placed in your file.

How do you form a dissertation committee? Your committee for your thesis proposal is your dissertation committee.  Guidelines for CSE dissertation committee formation are outlined in the CSE graduate program guide and on page 2 of the Dissertation Committee Request Form . Further information may be found on Rackham’s website outlining the requirements for dissertation committees.  The committee must have:

• At least four members, three of whom are members of the Rackham Graduate Faculty (i.e. primary tenure-track faculty appointments in a Rackham doctoral program), and two of whom are from the doctoral candidate’s home program
• A sole chair or two co-chairs
• A cognate member who is familiar with the standards for doctoral research and holds at least a .50 appointment in a Rackham doctoral program, other than the student’s home department/program

If you have any other questions or need further assistance, please reach out to the Graduate Programs Office.

Once you complete the form, ask your advisor to approve and sign.  Once it is signed by your advisor, email it to the CSE Graduate Programs Office for CSE Graduate Committee consideration.  If approved, the dissertation committee will be submitted to Rackham for final approval.

How do you update your dissertation committee? If you at any time need to update the configuration of your committee, please submit a new Dissertation Committee Request Form to the Graduate Programs Office with the updates to your committee so that it can be submitted to Rackham for approval.

What do you bring to the thesis proposal?  What do you do after? You will bring the thesis proposal form to your thesis proposal.  You will fill out the form with information about your committee.  After you have completed the oral presentation, your advisor will enter the outcome, sign on behalf of the committee (if all are in agreement), and email the form as a .pdf attachment to [email protected] .

Welcome to the on-line version of the UNC dissertation proposal collection. The purpose of this collection is to provide examples of proposals for those of you who are thinking of writing a proposal of your own. I hope that this on-line collection proves to be more difficult to misplace than the physical collection that periodically disappears. If you are preparing to write a proposal you should make a point of reading the excellent document The Path to the Ph.D., written by James Coggins. It includes advice about selecting a topic, preparing a proposal, taking your oral exam and finishing your dissertation. It also includes accounts by many people about the process that each of them went through to find a thesis topic. Adding to the Collection This collection of proposals becomes more useful with each new proposal that is added. If you have an accepted proposal, please help by including it in this collection. You may notice that the bulk of the proposals currently in this collection are in the area of computer graphics. This is an artifact of me knowing more computer graphics folks to pester for their proposals. Add your non-graphics proposal to the collection and help remedy this imbalance! There are only two requirements for a UNC proposal to be added to this collection. The first requirement is that your proposal must be completely approved by your committee. If we adhere to this, then each proposal in the collection serves as an example of a document that five faculty members have signed off on. The second requirement is that you supply, as best you can, exactly the document that your committee approved. While reading over my own proposal I winced at a few of the things that I had written. I resisted the temptation to change the document, however, because this collection should truely reflect what an accepted thesis proposal looks like. Note that there is no requirement that the author has finished his/her Ph.D. Several of the proposals in the collection were written by people who, as of this writing, are still working on their dissertation. This is fine! I encourage people to submit their proposals in any form they wish. Perhaps the most useful forms at the present are Postscript and HTML, but this may not always be so. Greg Coombe has generously provided LaTeX thesis style files , which, he says, conform to the 2004-2005 stlye requirements.

Many thanks to everyone who contributed to this collection!

Greg Coombe, "Incremental Construction of Surface Light Fields" in PDF . Karl Hillesland, "Image-Based Modelling Using Nonlinear Function Fitting on a Stream Architecture" in PDF . Martin Isenburg, "Compressing, Streaming, and Processing of Large Polygon Meshes" in PDF . Ajith Mascarenhas, "A Topological Framework for Visualizing Time-varying Volumetric Datasets" in PDF . Josh Steinhurst, "Practical Photon Mapping in Hardware" in PDF . Ronald Azuma, "Predictive Tracking for Head-Mounted Displays," in Postscript Mike Bajura, "Virtual Reality Meets Computer Vision," in Postscript David Ellsworth, "Polygon Rendering for Interactive Scientific Visualization on Multicomputers," in Postscript Richard Holloway, "A Systems-Engineering Study of the Registration Errors in a Virtual-Environment System for Cranio-Facial Surgery Planning," in Postscript Victoria Interrante, "Uses of Shading Techniques, Artistic Devices and Interaction to Improve the Visual Understanding of Multiple Interpenetrating Volume Data Sets," in Postscript Mark Mine, "Modeling From Within: A Proposal for the Investigation of Modeling Within the Immersive Environment" in Postscript Steve Molnar, "High-Speed Rendering using Scan-Line Image Composition," in Postscript Carl Mueller, " High-Performance Rendering via the Sort-First Architecture ," in Postscript Ulrich Neumann, "Direct Volume Rendering on Multicomputers," in Postscript Marc Olano, "Programmability in an Interactive Graphics Pipeline," in Postscript Krish Ponamgi, "Collision Detection for Interactive Environments and Simulations," in Postscript Russell Taylor, "Nanomanipulator Proposal," in Postscript Greg Turk, " Generating Textures on Arbitrary Surfaces ," in HTML and Postscript Terry Yoo, " Statistical Control of Nonlinear Diffusion ," in Postscript

Thesis Proposal

In the thesis proposal, the PhD or DES student lays out an intended course of research for the dissertation.  By accepting the thesis proposal, the student’s dissertation proposal committee agrees that the proposal is practicable and acceptable, that its plan and prospectus are satisfactory, and that the candidate is competent in the knowledge and techniques required, and formally recommends that the candidate proceed according to the prospectus and under the supervision of the dissertation committee. It is part of the training of the student’s research apprenticeship that the form of this proposal must be as concise as those proposals required by major funding agencies.

The student proposes to a committee consisting of the student’s advisor and two other researchers who meet requirements for dissertation committee membership.  The advisor should solicit the prospective committee members, not the student. In cases where the research and departmental advisors are different , both must serve on the committee.

The student prepares a proposal document that consists of a core, plus any optional appendices. The core is limited to 30 pages (e.g., 12 point font, single spacing, 1 inch margins all around), and should contain sections describing 1) the problem and its background, 2) the innovative claims of the proposed work and its relation to existing work, 3) a description of at least one initial result that is mature enough to be able to be written up for submission to a conference, and 4) a plan for completion of the research. The committee commits to read and respond to the core, but reserves the right to refuse a document whose core exceeds the page limit. The student cannot assume that the committee will read or respond to any additional appendices.

The complete doctoral thesis proposal document must be disseminated to the entire dissertation committee no later than two weeks (14 days) prior to the proposal presentation. The PhD Program Administrator must be informed of the scheduling of the proposal presentation no later than two weeks (14 days) prior to the presentation. Emergency exceptions to either of these deadlines can be granted by the Director of Graduate Studies or the Department Chair on appeal by the advisor and agreement of the committee.

A latex thesis proposal template is available here .

PRESENTATION AND FEEDBACK

The student presents the proposal in a prepared talk of 45 minutes to the committee, and responds to any questions and feedback by the committee.

The student’s advisor, upon approval of the full faculty, establishes the target semester by which the thesis proposal must be successfully completed. The target semester must be no later than the eighth semester, and the student must be informed of the target semester no later than the sixth semester.

The candidacy   exam  must be successfully completed  before  the  proposal can be attempted.  The proposal must be completed prior to submitting the application for defense. [Instituted by full faculty vote September 16, 2015.]

Passing or failing is determined by consensus of the committee, who then sign the dissertation proposal form (sent to advisors by phd-advising@cs.  Failure to pass the thesis proposal by the end of the target semester or the eighth semester, whichever comes first, is deemed unsatisfactory progress: the PhD or DES student is normally placed on probation and can be immediately dismissed from the program. However, on appeal of the student’s advisor, one semester’s grace can be granted by the full faculty.

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The student must present an oral thesis proposal and submit the form to their full reading committee by Spring quarter of their fourth year. The thesis proposal form  must be filled out, signed, and approved by all committee members. Then, submitted to the CS PhD Student Services ( [email protected] ). 

The thesis proposal allows students to obtain formative feedback from their reading committee that'll guide them into a successful and high-quality dissertation. The thesis proposal (a private session only with the student's advisor/co-advisor and reading committee members) should allow time for discussion with the reading committee about the direction of the thesis research. The suggested format should include:

• A description of the research problem and its significance;
• A description of previous work in the area and the "state of the art" prior to the student's work; 
• A description of preliminary work the student has done on the problem, and any research results of that work; 
• An outline of remaining work to be done and a timeline for accomplishing it.

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Internet Infrastructures for Large Scale Emulation with Efficient HW/SW Co-design , Aiden K. Gula, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Mtemp: An Ambient Temperature Estimation Method Using Acoustic Signal on Mobile Devices , Hao Guo, Electrical & Computer Engineering

BENCHMARKING SMALL-DATASET STRUCTURE-ACTIVITY-RELATIONSHIP MODELS FOR PREDICTION OF WNT SIGNALING INHIBITION , Mahtab Kokabi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

ACTION : Adaptive Cache Block Migration in Distributed Cache Architectures , Chandra Sekhar Mummidi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Modeling and Characterization of Optical Metasurfaces , Mahsa Torfeh, Electrical & Computer Engineering

TickNet: A Lightweight Deep Classifier for Tick Recognition , Li Wang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Lecture Video Transformation through An Intelligent Analysis and Post-processing System , Xi Wang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Correcting For Terrain Interference, Attenuation, and System Bias for a Dual Polarimetric, X-Band Radar , Casey Wolsieffer, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2020 2020

Numerical Simulation of Thermoelectric Transport in Bulk and Nanostructured SiSn Alloys , Venkatakrishna Dusetty, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Deep Reinforcement Learning For Distributed Fog Network Probing , Xiaoding Guan, Electrical & Computer Engineering

COMPRESSIVE PARAMETER ESTIMATION VIA APPROXIMATE MESSAGE PASSING , Shermin Hamzehei, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Metric Learning via Linear Embeddings for Human Motion Recognition , ByoungDoo Kong, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Compound Effects of Clock and Voltage Based Power Side-Channel Countermeasures , Jacqueline Lagasse, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Network Virtualization and Emulation using Docker, OpenvSwitch and Mininet-based Link Emulation , Narendra Prabhu, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Thermal Transport Modeling Of Semiconductor Materials From First Principles , Aliya Qureshi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

CROSSTALK BASED SIDE CHANNEL ATTACKS IN FPGAs , Chethan Ramesh, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Accelerating RSA Public Key Cryptography via Hardware Acceleration , Pavithra Ramesh, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Real-Time TDDFT-Based Filtered Spectroscopy , Ivan Williams, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Perception System: Object and Landmark Detection for Visually Impaired Users , Chenguang Zhang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2019 2019

An Empirical Analysis of Network Traffic: Device Profiling and Classification , Mythili Vishalini Anbazhagan, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Pre-Travel Training And Real-Time Guidance System For People With Disabilities In Indoor Environments , Binru Cao, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Energy Efficiency of Computation in All-spin Logic: Projections and Fundamental Limits , Zongya Chen, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Improving Resilience of Communication in Information Dissemination for Time-Critical Applications , Rajvardhan Somraj Deshmukh, Electrical & Computer Engineering

InSAR Simulations for SWOT and Dual Frequency Processing for Topographic Measurements , Gerard Masalias Huguet, Electrical & Computer Engineering

A Study on Controlling Power Supply Ramp-Up Time in SRAM PUFs , Harshavardhan Ramanna, Electrical & Computer Engineering

The UMass Experimental X-Band Radar (UMAXX): An Upgrade of the CASA MA-1 to Support Cross-Polarization Measurements , Jezabel Vilardell Sanchez, Electrical & Computer Engineering

A Video-Based System for Emergency Preparedness and Recovery , Juechen Yin, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2018 2018

Phonon Transport at Boundaries and Interfaces in Two-Dimensional Materials , Cameron Foss, Electrical & Computer Engineering

SkinnySensor: Enabling Battery-Less Wearable Sensors Via Intrabody Power Transfer , Neev Kiran, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Immersive Pre-travel Training Application for Seniors and People with Disabilities , Yang Li, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Analog Computing using 1T1R Crossbar Arrays , Yunning Li, Electrical & Computer Engineering

On-Chip Communication and Security in FPGAs , Shivukumar Basanagouda Patil, Electrical & Computer Engineering

CROWDSOURCING BASED MICRO NAVIGATION SYSTEM FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED , Quan Shi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

AN EVALUATION OF SDN AND NFV SUPPORT FOR PARALLEL, ALTERNATIVE PROTOCOL STACK OPERATIONS IN FUTURE INTERNETS , Bhushan Suresh, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Applications Of Physical Unclonable Functions on ASICS and FPGAs , Mohammad Usmani, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Improvements to the UMASS S-Band FM-CW Vertical Wind Profiling Radar: System Performance and Data Analysis. , Joseph Waldinger, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2017 2017

AutoPlug: An Automated Metadata Service for Smart Outlets , Lurdh Pradeep Reddy Ambati, Electrical & Computer Engineering

SkyNet: Memristor-based 3D IC for Artificial Neural Networks , Sachin Bhat, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Navigation Instruction Validation Tool and Indoor Wayfinding Training System for People with Disabilities , Linlin Ding, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Energy Efficient Loop Unrolling for Low-Cost FPGAs , Naveen Kumar Dumpala, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Effective Denial of Service Attack on Congestion Aware Adaptive Network on Chip , Vijaya Deepak Kadirvel, Electrical & Computer Engineering

VIRTUALIZATION OF CLOSED-LOOP SENSOR NETWORKS , Priyanka Dattatri Kedalagudde, Electrical & Computer Engineering

The Impact of Quantum Size Effects on Thermoelectric Performance in Semiconductor Nanostructures , Adithya Kommini, Electrical & Computer Engineering

MAGNETO-ELECTRIC APPROXIMATE COMPUTATIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR BAYESIAN INFERENCE , Sourabh Kulkarni, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Time Domain SAR Processing with GPUs for Airborne Platforms , Dustin Lagoy, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Query on Knowledge Graphs with Hierarchical Relationships , Kaihua Liu, Electrical & Computer Engineering

HIGH PERFORMANCE SILVER DIFFUSIVE MEMRISTORS FOR FUTURE COMPUTING , Rivu Midya, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Achieving Perfect Location Privacy in Wireless Devices Using Anonymization , Zarrin Montazeri, Electrical & Computer Engineering

KaSI: a Ka-band and S-band Cross-track Interferometer , Gerard Ruiz Carregal, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Analyzing Spark Performance on Spot Instances , Jiannan Tian, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Indoor Navigation For The Blind And Visually Impaired: Validation And Training Methodology Using Virtual Reality , Sili Wang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Efficient Scaling of a Web Proxy Cluster , Hao Zhang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

ORACLE GUIDED INCREMENTAL SAT SOLVING TO REVERSE ENGINEER CAMOUFLAGED CIRCUITS , Xiangyu Zhang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2016 2016

Seamless Application Delivery Using Software Defined Exchanges , Divyashri Bhat, Electrical & Computer Engineering

PROCESSOR TEMPERATURE AND RELIABILITY ESTIMATION USING ACTIVITY COUNTERS , Mayank Chhablani, Electrical & Computer Engineering

PARQ: A MEMORY-EFFICIENT APPROACH FOR QUERY-LEVEL PARALLELISM , Qianqian Gao, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Accelerated Iterative Algorithms with Asynchronous Accumulative Updates on a Heterogeneous Cluster , Sandesh Gubbi Virupaksha, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Improving Efficiency of Thermoelectric Devices Made of Si-Ge, Si-Sn, Ge-Sn, and Si-Ge-Sn Binary and Ternary Alloys , Seyedeh Nazanin Khatami, Electrical & Computer Engineering

6:1 PUMA Arrays: Designs and Finite Array Effects , Michael Lee, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Protecting Controllers against Denial-of-Service Attacks in Software-Defined Networks , Jingrui Li, Electrical & Computer Engineering

INFRASTRUCTURE-FREE SECURE PAIRING OF MOBILE DEVICES , Chunqiu Liu, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Extrinsic Effects on Heat and Electron Transport In Two-Dimensional Van-Der Waals Materials- A Boltzmann Transport Study , Arnab K. Majee, Electrical & Computer Engineering

SpotLight: An Information Service for the Cloud , Xue Ouyang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Localization, Visualization And Evacuation Guidance System In Emergency Situations , Jingyan Tang, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Variation Aware Placement for Efficient Key Generation using Physically Unclonable Functions in Reconfigurable Systems , Shrikant S. Vyas, Electrical & Computer Engineering

EVALUATING FEATURES FOR BROAD SPECIES BASED CLASSIFICATION OF BIRD OBSERVATIONS USING DUAL-POLARIZED DOPPLER WEATHER RADAR , Sheila Werth, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Theses from 2015 2015

Quality Factor of Horizontal Wire Dipole Antennas near Planar Conductor or Dielectric Interface , Adebayo Gabriel Adeyemi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Evaluation of Two-Dimensional Codes for Digital Information Security in Physical Documents , Shuai Chen, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Design and Implementation of a High Performance Network Processor with Dynamic Workload Management , Padmaja Duggisetty, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Wavelet-Based Non-Homogeneous Hidden Markov Chain Model For Hyperspectral Signature Classification , Siwei Feng, Electrical & Computer Engineering

DEVELOPMENT OF INFRARED AND TERAHERTZ BOLOMETERS BASED ON PALLADIUM AND CARBON NANOTUBES USING ROLL TO ROLL PROCESS , Amulya Gullapalli, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Development of Prototypes of a Portable Road Weather Information System , Meha Kainth, Electrical & Computer Engineering

ADACORE: Achieving Energy Efficiency via Adaptive Core Morphing at Runtime , Nithesh Kurella, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Architecting SkyBridge-CMOS , Mingyu Li, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Function Verification of Combinational Arithmetic Circuits , Duo Liu, Electrical & Computer Engineering

ENERGY EFFICIENCY EXPLORATION OF COARSE-GRAIN RECONFIGURABLE ARCHITECTURE WITH EMERGING NONVOLATILE MEMORY , Xiaobin Liu, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Development of a Layout-Level Hardware Obfuscation Tool to Counter Reverse Engineering , Shweta Malik, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Energy Agile Cluster Communication , Muhammad Zain Mustafa, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Architecting NP-Dynamic Skybridge , Jiajun Shi, Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Thesis Proposal Examples

The Honors Undergraduate Thesis program requires students to submit a research proposal to the Office of Honors Research prior to advancing to the Thesis semester.

Generally, a scientific research proposal will include a brief introduction to the research topic, a literature review, and a methodology that will explain how the student plans to meet the objectives of the research. A proposal in the Arts and Humanities will generally include an introduction and a creative work (e.g. screenplays, short stories, artwork) or theoretical analysis.

Students will create a signature cover page for the thesis proposal that will list the entire committee and HUT Liaison. The Thesis proposal cover page template can be found here .

The following are examples of substantially researched, properly formatted research proposals and their respective signature pages. These examples should be used for reference only and not necessarily as templates. Students should his or her Thesis Chair and committee regarding the structure of the proposal, information that should be present, and documentation style.

What is a Thesis Proposal?

A thesis proposal is a document that outlines the thesis topic, defines the issues that the thesis will address, and explains why the topic warrants further research. It should identify a problem and provide a proposed solution to that problem.

Proposals representative of the sciences (both hard sciences and social sciences) should generally include the following:

• A brief introduction, which will define the thesis topic and explain the purpose of the thesis.
• A literature review that outlines the most relevant readings and theories which pertain to the thesis topic.
• A methodology section, which should include the research questions, hypotheses, participants, materials, and procedures.
• A bibliography or reference list. Most of the sources should be from peer reviewed articles or books. As with other academic papers, the use of internet sources should be limited.

For students conducting more theoretical or comparative analyses, the structure could also take the form of chapters that define and specify each concept, and a concluding chapter that brings all of these ideas together.

For students in the arts, a proposal and thesis may take the form of a creative project. In this instance, the proposal may include:

• A brief introduction, which includes the thesis statement, general intent of project, what the project should accomplish, and justification for considering the project a legitimate endeavor.
• A literature review, which includes any supporting literature that justifies the intention of the project.
• A method for accomplishing the project. Include any necessary background or equipment needed for the project, where the project will be conducted, and a proposed timeline for completion.
• A bibliography or reference list.

An alternative structure would be for students who are writing their own short stories, novellas, or screenplays.

Here, the thesis should include a clear mastery of the skill set by producing chapters of the novella, poetry selections, or the working/final screenplay. [/accordion-item][/accordion]

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Research Topics & Ideas: CompSci & IT

50+ Computer Science Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Project

Finding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project. If you’ve landed on this post, chances are you’re looking for a computer science-related research topic , but aren’t sure where to start. Here, we’ll explore a variety of CompSci & IT-related research ideas and topic thought-starters, including algorithms, AI, networking, database systems, UX, information security and software engineering.

NB – This is just the start…

The topic ideation and evaluation process has multiple steps . In this post, we’ll kickstart the process by sharing some research topic ideas within the CompSci domain. This is the starting point, but to develop a well-defined research topic, you’ll need to identify a clear and convincing research gap , along with a well-justified plan of action to fill that gap.

If you’re new to the oftentimes perplexing world of research, or if this is your first time undertaking a formal academic research project, be sure to check out our free dissertation mini-course. In it, we cover the process of writing a dissertation or thesis from start to end. Be sure to also sign up for our free webinar that explores how to find a high-quality research topic. 

Overview: CompSci Research Topics

• Algorithms & data structures
• Artificial intelligence ( AI )
• Computer networking
• Database systems
• Human-computer interaction
• Information security (IS)
• Software engineering
• Examples of CompSci dissertation & theses

Topics/Ideas: Algorithms & Data Structures

• An analysis of neural network algorithms’ accuracy for processing consumer purchase patterns
• A systematic review of the impact of graph algorithms on data analysis and discovery in social media network analysis
• An evaluation of machine learning algorithms used for recommender systems in streaming services
• A review of approximation algorithm approaches for solving NP-hard problems
• An analysis of parallel algorithms for high-performance computing of genomic data
• The influence of data structures on optimal algorithm design and performance in Fintech
• A Survey of algorithms applied in internet of things (IoT) systems in supply-chain management
• A comparison of streaming algorithm performance for the detection of elephant flows
• A systematic review and evaluation of machine learning algorithms used in facial pattern recognition
• Exploring the performance of a decision tree-based approach for optimizing stock purchase decisions
• Assessing the importance of complete and representative training datasets in Agricultural machine learning based decision making.
• A Comparison of Deep learning algorithms performance for structured and unstructured datasets with “rare cases”
• A systematic review of noise reduction best practices for machine learning algorithms in geoinformatics.
• Exploring the feasibility of applying information theory to feature extraction in retail datasets.
• Assessing the use case of neural network algorithms for image analysis in biodiversity assessment

Topics & Ideas: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Applying deep learning algorithms for speech recognition in speech-impaired children
• A review of the impact of artificial intelligence on decision-making processes in stock valuation
• An evaluation of reinforcement learning algorithms used in the production of video games
• An exploration of key developments in natural language processing and how they impacted the evolution of Chabots.
• An analysis of the ethical and social implications of artificial intelligence-based automated marking
• The influence of large-scale GIS datasets on artificial intelligence and machine learning developments
• An examination of the use of artificial intelligence in orthopaedic surgery
• The impact of explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) on transparency and trust in supply chain management
• An evaluation of the role of artificial intelligence in financial forecasting and risk management in cryptocurrency
• A meta-analysis of deep learning algorithm performance in predicting and cyber attacks in schools

Topics & Ideas: Networking

• An analysis of the impact of 5G technology on internet penetration in rural Tanzania
• Assessing the role of software-defined networking (SDN) in modern cloud-based computing
• A critical analysis of network security and privacy concerns associated with Industry 4.0 investment in healthcare.
• Exploring the influence of cloud computing on security risks in fintech.
• An examination of the use of network function virtualization (NFV) in telecom networks in Southern America
• Assessing the impact of edge computing on network architecture and design in IoT-based manufacturing
• An evaluation of the challenges and opportunities in 6G wireless network adoption
• The role of network congestion control algorithms in improving network performance on streaming platforms
• An analysis of network coding-based approaches for data security
• Assessing the impact of network topology on network performance and reliability in IoT-based workspaces

Topics & Ideas: Database Systems

• An analysis of big data management systems and technologies used in B2B marketing
• The impact of NoSQL databases on data management and analysis in smart cities
• An evaluation of the security and privacy concerns of cloud-based databases in financial organisations
• Exploring the role of data warehousing and business intelligence in global consultancies
• An analysis of the use of graph databases for data modelling and analysis in recommendation systems
• The influence of the Internet of Things (IoT) on database design and management in the retail grocery industry
• An examination of the challenges and opportunities of distributed databases in supply chain management
• Assessing the impact of data compression algorithms on database performance and scalability in cloud computing
• An evaluation of the use of in-memory databases for real-time data processing in patient monitoring
• Comparing the effects of database tuning and optimization approaches in improving database performance and efficiency in omnichannel retailing

Topics & Ideas: Human-Computer Interaction

• An analysis of the impact of mobile technology on human-computer interaction prevalence in adolescent men
• An exploration of how artificial intelligence is changing human-computer interaction patterns in children
• An evaluation of the usability and accessibility of web-based systems for CRM in the fast fashion retail sector
• Assessing the influence of virtual and augmented reality on consumer purchasing patterns
• An examination of the use of gesture-based interfaces in architecture
• Exploring the impact of ease of use in wearable technology on geriatric user
• Evaluating the ramifications of gamification in the Metaverse
• A systematic review of user experience (UX) design advances associated with Augmented Reality
• A comparison of natural language processing algorithms automation of customer response Comparing end-user perceptions of natural language processing algorithms for automated customer response
• Analysing the impact of voice-based interfaces on purchase practices in the fast food industry

Topics & Ideas: Information Security

• A bibliometric review of current trends in cryptography for secure communication
• An analysis of secure multi-party computation protocols and their applications in cloud-based computing
• An investigation of the security of blockchain technology in patient health record tracking
• A comparative study of symmetric and asymmetric encryption algorithms for instant text messaging
• A systematic review of secure data storage solutions used for cloud computing in the fintech industry
• An analysis of intrusion detection and prevention systems used in the healthcare sector
• Assessing security best practices for IoT devices in political offices
• An investigation into the role social media played in shifting regulations related to privacy and the protection of personal data
• A comparative study of digital signature schemes adoption in property transfers
• An assessment of the security of secure wireless communication systems used in tertiary institutions

Topics & Ideas: Software Engineering

• A study of agile software development methodologies and their impact on project success in pharmacology
• Investigating the impacts of software refactoring techniques and tools in blockchain-based developments
• A study of the impact of DevOps practices on software development and delivery in the healthcare sector
• An analysis of software architecture patterns and their impact on the maintainability and scalability of cloud-based offerings
• A study of the impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on software engineering practices in the education sector
• An investigation of software testing techniques and methodologies for subscription-based offerings
• A review of software security practices and techniques for protecting against phishing attacks from social media
• An analysis of the impact of cloud computing on the rate of software development and deployment in the manufacturing sector
• Exploring the impact of software development outsourcing on project success in multinational contexts
• An investigation into the effect of poor software documentation on app success in the retail sector

CompSci & IT Dissertations/Theses

While the ideas we’ve presented above are a decent starting point for finding a CompSci-related research topic, they are fairly generic and non-specific. So, it helps to look at actual dissertations and theses to see how this all comes together.

Below, we’ve included a selection of research projects from various CompSci-related degree programs to help refine your thinking. These are actual dissertations and theses, written as part of Master’s and PhD-level programs, so they can provide some useful insight as to what a research topic looks like in practice.

• An array-based optimization framework for query processing and data analytics (Chen, 2021)
• Dynamic Object Partitioning and replication for cooperative cache (Asad, 2021)
• Embedding constructural documentation in unit tests (Nassif, 2019)
• PLASA | Programming Language for Synchronous Agents (Kilaru, 2019)
• Healthcare Data Authentication using Deep Neural Network (Sekar, 2020)
• Virtual Reality System for Planetary Surface Visualization and Analysis (Quach, 2019)
• Artificial neural networks to predict share prices on the Johannesburg stock exchange (Pyon, 2021)
• Predicting household poverty with machine learning methods: the case of Malawi (Chinyama, 2022)
• Investigating user experience and bias mitigation of the multi-modal retrieval of historical data (Singh, 2021)
• Detection of HTTPS malware traffic without decryption (Nyathi, 2022)
• Redefining privacy: case study of smart health applications (Al-Zyoud, 2019)
• A state-based approach to context modeling and computing (Yue, 2019)
• A Novel Cooperative Intrusion Detection System for Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (Solomon, 2019)
• HRSB-Tree for Spatio-Temporal Aggregates over Moving Regions (Paduri, 2019)

Looking at these titles, you can probably pick up that the research topics here are quite specific and narrowly-focused , compared to the generic ones presented earlier. This is an important thing to keep in mind as you develop your own research topic. That is to say, to create a top-notch research topic, you must be precise and target a specific context with specific variables of interest . In other words, you need to identify a clear, well-justified research gap.

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Computer engineering thesis option - handbook.

The thesis option is the most traditional Master’s degree track in which a student will perform research, develop and write a thesis, and defend their ideas in a dissertation. This track is ideal for students wishing to continue for a Ph.D. degree.

Overview of the MS Computer Engineering Thesis Option

This schedule summarizes the requirements and due dates for the MS Degree – Thesis Option. Students who have not completed requirements or submitted required forms to the Graduate Coordinator by the due dates may be dropped from the program. Students should graduate in the semester in which 30 hours of coursework are completed. All students who are on visas must be registered for at least 9 credit hours of coursework in every semester (excluding summer), including their final semester, unless they receive permission from the Department Graduate Committee prior to the beginning of the semester.

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Program of Study

After consulting with the approved supervisory committee chair, the student must plan a program of study. They must complete and submit the Program of Study Form by the drop deadline of the second semester of study. After approval of the Department Graduate Committee, the program of study is submitted to the Graduate School for their approval. In preparation to submit a Program of Study form, it is recommended that students use the  MS Electrical Engineering checklist and/or meet with the Graduate Coordinator .

Modifications to the Program of Study may be made by re-submitting a Program of Study Form for approval prior to registering for added courses with the supervisory committee and obtaining required approval before enrollment in any added courses. Completed courses cannot be removed from the program of study. Credit towards obtaining a degree will not be granted for classes taken prior to approval of the form, unless the student is changing degree status.

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Master of Science Electrical Engineering students should graduate in the semester in which 32 hours of coursework are completed. All students who are on visas must be registered for at least 9 credit hours of coursework in every semester (excluding summer) unless they receive permission from the Department Graduate Committee prior to the beginning of the semester.

All coursework is to be completed within 4 consecutive calendar years . Coursework listed on the program of study must total a minimum of 32 hours of graduate coursework including:

• CS/ECE 6710 Digital VLSI Design (4.0 credit hours)
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• Students may only register for thesis research after they have set up a supervisory committee and met with the Graduate Coordinator

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• A minimum GPA of 3.0 on coursework listed on the program of study with no grade lower than C- is required for graduation. A student who receives a grade lower than C- in a course listed on the program of study must repeat that same course and receive a higher grade. Courses cannot be removed from the program of study after they are taken.
• Students who receive an “Incomplete” grade in a class must complete the class by the following semester, even if the semester is the summer semester.
• Coursework cannot be used for more than one degree on the same level.
• Cross-listed courses must be registered through the ECE course numbers.
• Where a course has both a 5000- and 6000-level number, the 5000-level version is intended for undergraduates and the 6000-level version for honors and graduate students. The two versions of the class will meet together, but extra work will be expected of honors and graduate students.

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Courses selected should be in an area of specialization selected by the student. Number of courses based on degree option: Coursework – 4 courses; Project – 3 courses; Thesis – 2 courses

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• CS 6140 – Data Mining
• CS 6150 – Advanced Algorithms
• CS 6235 – Parallel Programming for Many Cores
• CS 6300 – Artificial Intelligence
• CS 6350 – Machine Learning
• CS 6353 – Deep Learning
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• CS 6470 – Compiler Principles and Techniques
• CS 6475 – Advanced Compilers
• CS 6480 – Advanced Computer Networks
• CS 7460 – Distributed Operating Systems
• ECE 5325 – Wireless Communication Systems
• ECE 5520 – Digital Communication Systems
• ECE 6530 – Digital Signal Processing
• ECE 6531 – Advanced Digital Signal Processing
• ECE 6580 – Implementation of Digital Signal Processing Systems
• CS/ECE 6720 – Analog Integrated Circuit Design
• CS/ECE 6740 – Computer-Aided Design of Digital Circuits
• CS/ECE 6745 – Testing and Verification of Digital Circuits
• CS/ECE 6750 – Synthesis and Verification of Async. VLSI Systems
• CS/ECE 6770 – Advanced Digital VLSI Systems Design
• CS/ECE 6780 – Embedded System Design
• CS/ECE 6785 – Advanced Embedded Software
• CS/ECE 6830 – VLSI Architecture
• CS/ECE 7810 – Advanced Architecture
• CS/ECE 7820 – Parallel Architecture

Additional courses on the program of study must be approved by the student’s committee.

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A student’s supervisory committee will guide the student’s graduate program and must be selected by the beginning of the second semester of study. If a student does not choose a committee, they will be placed with the default supervisory committee.

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Research Comprehensive Examination (Thesis Proposal) M.S. candidates must take a Research Comprehensive Examination (thesis proposal) to be administered by their supervisory committee at a time determined by that committee, but no later than the third semester of study.

The candidate writes a proposal on their research in the NSF or NIH format which would include only the technical proposal and the vita sections. The page limit for the proposal should be 10 pages for M.S. students. The choice of which format to use would be based on the area of research. The faculty advisor would help the student choose. The following are the links to the NSF and NIH websites for their format information.

• NSF Preparing your Proposal
• NSF Grant Proposal Guide

This proposal should be submitted to the members of the candidate’s supervisory committee at least 2 weeks before the comprehensive exam.

Students must notify the ECE Graduate Coordinator at least four weeks before they are going to take the Research Comprehensive Examination. The Graduate Coordinator will inform the Graduate School after the exam has been taken.

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Computer Science and Engineering Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Refining the Machine Learning Pipeline for US-based Public Transit Systems , Jennifer Adorno

Insect Classification and Explainability from Image Data via Deep Learning Techniques , Tanvir Hossain Bhuiyan

Brain-Inspired Spatio-Temporal Learning with Application to Robotics , Thiago André Ferreira Medeiros

Evaluating Methods for Improving DNN Robustness Against Adversarial Attacks , Laureano Griffin

Analyzing Multi-Robot Leader-Follower Formations in Obstacle-Laden Environments , Zachary J. Hinnen

Secure Lightweight Cryptographic Hardware Constructions for Deeply Embedded Systems , Jasmin Kaur

A Psychometric Analysis of Natural Language Inference Using Transformer Language Models , Antonio Laverghetta Jr.

Graph Analysis on Social Networks , Shen Lu

Deep Learning-based Automatic Stereology for High- and Low-magnification Images , Hunter Morera

Deciphering Trends and Tactics: Data-driven Techniques for Forecasting Information Spread and Detecting Coordinated Campaigns in Social Media , Kin Wai Ng Lugo

Deciphering Trends and Tactics: Data-driven Techniques for Forecasting Information Spread and Detecting Coordinated Campaigns in Social Media , Kin Wai NG Lugo

Automated Approaches to Enable Innovative Civic Applications from Citizen Generated Imagery , Hye Seon Yi

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Towards High Performing and Reliable Deep Convolutional Neural Network Models for Typically Limited Medical Imaging Datasets , Kaoutar Ben Ahmed

Task Progress Assessment and Monitoring Using Self-Supervised Learning , Sainath Reddy Bobbala

Towards More Task-Generalized and Explainable AI Through Psychometrics , Alec Braynen

A Multiple Input Multiple Output Framework for the Automatic Optical Fractionator-based Cell Counting in Z-Stacks Using Deep Learning , Palak Dave

On the Reliability of Wearable Sensors for Assessing Movement Disorder-Related Gait Quality and Imbalance: A Case Study of Multiple Sclerosis , Steven Díaz Hernández

Securing Critical Cyber Infrastructures and Functionalities via Machine Learning Empowered Strategies , Tao Hou

Social Media Time Series Forecasting and User-Level Activity Prediction with Gradient Boosting, Deep Learning, and Data Augmentation , Fred Mubang

A Study of Deep Learning Silhouette Extractors for Gait Recognition , Sneha Oladhri

Analyzing Decision-making in Robot Soccer for Attacking Behaviors , Justin Rodney

Generative Spatio-Temporal and Multimodal Analysis of Neonatal Pain , Md Sirajus Salekin

Secure Hardware Constructions for Fault Detection of Lattice-based Post-quantum Cryptosystems , Ausmita Sarker

Adaptive Multi-scale Place Cell Representations and Replay for Spatial Navigation and Learning in Autonomous Robots , Pablo Scleidorovich

Predicting the Number of Objects in a Robotic Grasp , Utkarsh Tamrakar

Humanoid Robot Motion Control for Ramps and Stairs , Tommy Truong

Preventing Variadic Function Attacks Through Argument Width Counting , Brennan Ward

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Knowledge Extraction and Inference Based on Visual Understanding of Cooking Contents , Ahmad Babaeian Babaeian Jelodar

Efficient Post-Quantum and Compact Cryptographic Constructions for the Internet of Things , Rouzbeh Behnia

Efficient Hardware Constructions for Error Detection of Post-Quantum Cryptographic Schemes , Alvaro Cintas Canto

Using Hyper-Dimensional Spanning Trees to Improve Structure Preservation During Dimensionality Reduction , Curtis Thomas Davis

Design, Deployment, and Validation of Computer Vision Techniques for Societal Scale Applications , Arup Kanti Dey

AffectiveTDA: Using Topological Data Analysis to Improve Analysis and Explainability in Affective Computing , Hamza Elhamdadi

Automatic Detection of Vehicles in Satellite Images for Economic Monitoring , Cole Hill

Analysis of Contextual Emotions Using Multimodal Data , Saurabh Hinduja

Data-driven Studies on Social Networks: Privacy and Simulation , Yasanka Sameera Horawalavithana

Automated Identification of Stages in Gonotrophic Cycle of Mosquitoes Using Computer Vision Techniques , Sherzod Kariev

Exploring the Use of Neural Transformers for Psycholinguistics , Antonio Laverghetta Jr.

Secure VLSI Hardware Design Against Intellectual Property (IP) Theft and Cryptographic Vulnerabilities , Matthew Dean Lewandowski

Turkic Interlingua: A Case Study of Machine Translation in Low-resource Languages , Jamshidbek Mirzakhalov

Automated Wound Segmentation and Dimension Measurement Using RGB-D Image , Chih-Yun Pai

Constructing Frameworks for Task-Optimized Visualizations , Ghulam Jilani Abdul Rahim Quadri

Trilateration-Based Localization in Known Environments with Object Detection , Valeria M. Salas Pacheco

Recognizing Patterns from Vital Signs Using Spectrograms , Sidharth Srivatsav Sribhashyam

Recognizing Emotion in the Wild Using Multimodal Data , Shivam Srivastava

A Modular Framework for Multi-Rotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for Military Operations , Dante Tezza

Human-centered Cybersecurity Research — Anthropological Findings from Two Longitudinal Studies , Anwesh Tuladhar

Learning State-Dependent Sensor Measurement Models To Improve Robot Localization Accuracy , Troi André Williams

Human-centric Cybersecurity Research: From Trapping the Bad Guys to Helping the Good Ones , Armin Ziaie Tabari

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Classifying Emotions with EEG and Peripheral Physiological Data Using 1D Convolutional Long Short-Term Memory Neural Network , Rupal Agarwal

Keyless Anti-Jamming Communication via Randomized DSSS , Ahmad Alagil

Active Deep Learning Method to Automate Unbiased Stereology Cell Counting , Saeed Alahmari

Composition of Atomic-Obligation Security Policies , Yan Cao Albright

Action Recognition Using the Motion Taxonomy , Maxat Alibayev

Sentiment Analysis in Peer Review , Zachariah J. Beasley

Spatial Heterogeneity Utilization in CT Images for Lung Nodule Classication , Dmitrii Cherezov

Feature Selection Via Random Subsets Of Uncorrelated Features , Long Kim Dang

Unifying Security Policy Enforcement: Theory and Practice , Shamaria Engram

PsiDB: A Framework for Batched Query Processing and Optimization , Mehrad Eslami

Composition of Atomic-Obligation Security Policies , Danielle Ferguson

Algorithms To Profile Driver Behavior From Zero-permission Embedded Sensors , Bharti Goel

The Efficiency and Accuracy of YOLO for Neonate Face Detection in the Clinical Setting , Jacqueline Hausmann

Beyond the Hype: Challenges of Neural Networks as Applied to Social Networks , Anthony Hernandez

Privacy-Preserving and Functional Information Systems , Thang Hoang

Managing Off-Grid Power Use for Solar Fueled Residences with Smart Appliances, Prices-to-Devices and IoT , Donnelle L. January

Novel Bit-Sliced In-Memory Computing Based VLSI Architecture for Fast Sobel Edge Detection in IoT Edge Devices , Rajeev Joshi

Edge Computing for Deep Learning-Based Distributed Real-time Object Detection on IoT Constrained Platforms at Low Frame Rate , Lakshmikavya Kalyanam

Establishing Topological Data Analysis: A Comparison of Visualization Techniques , Tanmay J. Kotha

Machine Learning for the Internet of Things: Applications, Implementation, and Security , Vishalini Laguduva Ramnath

System Support of Concurrent Database Query Processing on a GPU , Hao Li

Deep Learning Predictive Modeling with Data Challenges (Small, Big, or Imbalanced) , Renhao Liu

Countermeasures Against Various Network Attacks Using Machine Learning Methods , Yi Li

Towards Safe Power Oversubscription and Energy Efficiency of Data Centers , Sulav Malla

Design of Support Measures for Counting Frequent Patterns in Graphs , Jinghan Meng

Automating the Classification of Mosquito Specimens Using Image Processing Techniques , Mona Minakshi

Models of Secure Software Enforcement and Development , Hernan M. Palombo

Functional Object-Oriented Network: A Knowledge Representation for Service Robotics , David Andrés Paulius Ramos

Lung Nodule Malignancy Prediction from Computed Tomography Images Using Deep Learning , Rahul Paul

Algorithms and Framework for Computing 2-body Statistics on Graphics Processing Units , Napath Pitaksirianan

Efficient Viewshed Computation Algorithms On GPUs and CPUs , Faisal F. Qarah

Relational Joins on GPUs for In-Memory Database Query Processing , Ran Rui

Micro-architectural Countermeasures for Control Flow and Misspeculation Based Software Attacks , Love Kumar Sah

Efficient Forward-Secure and Compact Signatures for the Internet of Things (IoT) , Efe Ulas Akay Seyitoglu

Detecting Symptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Congestive Heart Failure via Cough and Wheezing Sounds Using Smart-Phones and Machine Learning , Anthony Windmon

Toward Culturally Relevant Emotion Detection Using Physiological Signals , Khadija Zanna

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Beyond Labels and Captions: Contextualizing Grounded Semantics for Explainable Visual Interpretation , Sathyanarayanan Narasimhan Aakur

Empirical Analysis of a Cybersecurity Scoring System , Jaleel Ahmed

Phenomena of Social Dynamics in Online Games , Essa Alhazmi

A Machine Learning Approach to Predicting Community Engagement on Social Media During Disasters , Adel Alshehri

Interactive Fitness Domains in Competitive Coevolutionary Algorithm , ATM Golam Bari

Measuring Influence Across Social Media Platforms: Empirical Analysis Using Symbolic Transfer Entropy , Abhishek Bhattacharjee

A Communication-Centric Framework for Post-Silicon System-on-chip Integration Debug , Yuting Cao

Authentication and SQL-Injection Prevention Techniques in Web Applications , Cagri Cetin

Multimodal Emotion Recognition Using 3D Facial Landmarks, Action Units, and Physiological Data , Diego Fabiano

Robotic Motion Generation by Using Spatial-Temporal Patterns from Human Demonstrations , Yongqiang Huang

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Top 100+ Computer Engineering Project Topics [Updated]

Computer engineering projects offer a captivating blend of creativity and technical prowess, allowing enthusiasts to dive into a world where innovation meets functionality. Whether you’re fascinated by hardware design, software development, networking, or artificial intelligence, there’s a wide array of project topics to explore within the realm of computer engineering. In this blog, we’ll delve into some intriguing computer engineering project topics, catering to both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike.

What Is A CSE Project?

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A CSE project refers to a project within the field of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE). These projects involve the application of computer science principles and engineering techniques to develop software, hardware, or systems that solve real-world problems or advance technology.

CSE projects can range from developing new algorithms and programming languages to designing and building computer hardware, networking systems, software applications, or artificial intelligence systems.

They often require interdisciplinary knowledge and skills in areas such as programming, data structures, algorithms, software engineering, hardware design, networking, and more.

How Do I Start A CSE Project?

Starting a CSE (Computer Science and Engineering) project can be an exciting endeavor, but it requires careful planning and preparation. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

• Define Your Project Scope and Goals:
• Identify the problem or opportunity you want to address with your project.
• Clearly define the objectives and outcomes you aim to achieve.
• Determine the scope of your project, including the technologies, tools, and resources you’ll need.
• Conduct Research:
• Research existing solutions and technologies related to your project idea.
• Identify any gaps or opportunities for innovation in the field.
• Explore relevant literature, academic papers, online resources, and case studies to gain insights and inspiration.
• Choose a Project Topic:
• Based on your research, select a specific topic or area of focus for your project.
• Take into account your passions, abilities, and the assets at your disposal.
• Make sure that the topic you select corresponds with the aims and objectives of your project.
• Develop a Project Plan:
• Make a thorough plan for your project by writing down all the things you need to do, when you need to do them, and what you want to achieve at different points.
• Break the project into smaller parts that are easier to handle, and if you’re working with others, make sure everyone knows what they’re responsible for.
• Define the deliverables and criteria for success for each phase of the project.
• Gather Resources:
• Identify the software, hardware, and other resources you’ll need for your project.
• Set up development environments, programming tools, and any necessary infrastructure.
• Consider collaborating with peers, mentors, or experts who can provide guidance and support.
• Design Your Solution:
• Develop a conceptual design or architecture for your project.
• Define the system requirements, data structures, algorithms, and user interfaces.
• Consider usability, scalability, security, and other factors in your design decisions.
• Implement Your Project:
• Start building your project based on the design and specifications you’ve developed.
• Write code, design user interfaces, implement algorithms, and integrate components as needed.
• Test your project continuously throughout the development process to identify and fix any issues early on.
• Iterate and Refine:
• Iterate on your project based on feedback and testing results.
• Refine your implementation, make improvements, and address any issues or challenges that arise.
• Continuously evaluate your progress against your project plan and adjust as necessary.
• Document Your Work:
• Keep detailed documentation of your project, including design decisions, code comments, and user manuals.
• Document any challenges you faced, solutions you implemented, and lessons learned throughout the project.
• Present Your Project:
• Prepare a presentation or demo showcasing your project’s features, functionality, and achievements.
• Communicate your project’s goals, methodology, results, and impact effectively to your audience.
• Solicit feedback from peers, instructors, or industry professionals to gain insights and improve your project.

By following these steps and staying organized, focused, and adaptable, you can successfully start and complete a CSE project that not only enhances your skills and knowledge but also makes a meaningful contribution to the field of computer science and engineering.

Top 100+ Computer Engineering Project Topics

• Design and Implementation of a Simple CPU
• Development of a Real-time Operating System Kernel
• Construction of a Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
• Designing an FPGA-based Video Processing System
• Building a GPU for Parallel Computing
• Development of a Low-Power Microcontroller System
• Designing an Efficient Cache Memory Architecture
• Construction of a Network-on-Chip (NoC) for Multicore Systems
• Development of a Hardware-based Encryption Engine
• Designing a Reconfigurable Computing Platform
• Building a RISC-V Processor Core
• Development of a Custom Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)
• Designing an Energy-Efficient Embedded System
• Construction of a High-Speed Serial Communication Interface
• Developing a Real-time Embedded System for Robotics
• Designing an IoT-based Home Automation System
• Building a Wearable Health Monitoring Device
• Development of a Wireless Sensor Network for Environmental Monitoring
• Designing an Automotive Control System
• Building a GPS Tracking System for Vehicles
• Development of a Smart Grid Monitoring System
• Designing a Digital Audio Processor for Music Synthesis
• Building a Speech Recognition System
• Developing a Biometric Authentication System
• Designing a Facial Recognition Security System
• Construction of an Autonomous Drone
• Development of a Gesture Recognition Interface
• Designing an Augmented Reality Application
• Building a Virtual Reality Simulator
• Developing a Haptic Feedback System
• Designing a Real-time Video Streaming Platform
• Building a Multimedia Content Delivery Network (CDN)
• Development of a Scalable Web Server Architecture
• Designing a Peer-to-Peer File Sharing System
• Building a Distributed Database Management System
• Developing a Blockchain-based Voting System
• Designing a Secure Cryptocurrency Exchange Platform
• Building an Anonymous Communication Network
• Development of a Secure Email Encryption System
• Designing a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)
• Building a Firewall with Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)
• Developing a Vulnerability Assessment Tool
• Designing a Secure Password Manager Application
• Building a Malware Analysis Sandbox
• Development of a Phishing Detection System
• Designing a Chatbot for Customer Support
• Building a Natural Language Processing (NLP) System
• Developing an AI-powered Personal Assistant
• Designing a Recommendation System for E-commerce
• Building an Intelligent Tutoring System
• Development of a Sentiment Analysis Tool
• Designing an Autonomous Vehicle Navigation System
• Building a Traffic Management System
• Developing a Smart Parking Solution
• Designing a Remote Health Monitoring System
• Building a Telemedicine Platform
• Development of a Medical Image Processing Application
• Designing a Drug Discovery System
• Building a Healthcare Data Analytics Platform
• Developing a Smart Agriculture Solution
• Designing a Crop Monitoring System
• Building an Automated Irrigation System
• Developing a Food Quality Inspection Tool
• Designing a Supply Chain Management System
• Building a Warehouse Automation Solution
• Developing a Inventory Optimization Tool
• Designing a Smart Retail Store System
• Building a Self-checkout System
• Developing a Customer Behavior Analytics Platform
• Designing a Fraud Detection System for Banking
• Building a Risk Management Solution
• Developing a Personal Finance Management Application
• Designing a Stock Market Prediction System
• Building a Portfolio Management Tool
• Developing a Smart Energy Management System
• Designing a Home Energy Monitoring Solution
• Building a Renewable Energy Integration Platform
• Developing a Smart Grid Demand Response System
• Designing a Disaster Management System
• Building an Emergency Response Coordination Tool
• Developing a Weather Prediction and Monitoring System
• Designing a Climate Change Mitigation Solution
• Building a Pollution Monitoring and Control System
• Developing a Waste Management Optimization Tool
• Designing a Smart City Infrastructure Management System
• Building a Traffic Congestion Management Solution
• Developing a Public Safety and Security Platform
• Designing a Citizen Engagement and Participation System
• Building a Smart Transportation Network
• Developing a Smart Water Management System
• Designing a Water Quality Monitoring and Control System
• Building a Flood Detection and Response System
• Developing a Coastal Erosion Prediction Tool
• Designing an Air Quality Monitoring and Control System
• Building a Green Building Energy Optimization Solution
• Developing a Sustainable Transportation Planning Tool
• Designing a Wildlife Conservation Monitoring System
• Building a Biodiversity Mapping and Protection Platform
• Developing a Natural Disaster Early Warning System
• Designing a Remote Sensing and GIS Integration Solution
• Building a Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Platform

7 Helpful Tips for Final Year Engineering Project

Embarking on a final year engineering project can be both exhilarating and daunting. Here are seven helpful tips to guide you through the process and ensure the success of your project:

Start Early and Plan Thoroughly

• Begin planning your project as soon as possible to allow ample time for research, design, and implementation.
• Break down your project into smaller tasks and create a detailed timeline with milestones to track your progress.
• Consider any potential challenges or obstacles you may encounter and plan contingencies accordingly.

Choose the Right Project

• Select a project that aligns with your interests, skills, and career goals.
• Ensure that the project is feasible within the time and resource constraints of your final year.
• Seek advice from professors, mentors, or industry professionals to help you choose a project that is both challenging and achievable.

Conduct Thorough Research

• Invest time in researching existing solutions, technologies, and literature related to your project idea.
• Identify gaps or opportunities for innovation that your project can address.
• Keep track of relevant papers, articles, and resources to inform your design and implementation decisions.

Communicate Effectively

• Maintain regular communication with your project advisor or supervisor to seek guidance and feedback.
• Collaborate effectively with teammates, if applicable, by establishing clear channels of communication and dividing tasks appropriately.
• Practice effective communication skills when presenting your project to classmates, professors, or industry professionals.

Focus on Quality and Innovation

• Strive for excellence in every aspect of your project, from design and implementation to documentation and presentation.
• Try to come up with new ideas and find ways to make them better than what’s already out there.
• Make sure you do your work carefully and make it the best it can be.

Test and Iterate

• Test your project rigorously throughout the development process to identify and address any issues or bugs.
• Solicit feedback from peers, advisors, or end-users to gain insights and improve your project.
• Iterate on your design and implementation based on feedback and testing results to refine your solution and enhance its functionality.

Manage Your Time Effectively

• Prioritize tasks and allocate time wisely to ensure that you meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Break down larger tasks into smaller, manageable chunks and tackle them one at a time.
• Stay organized with tools such as calendars, to-do lists, and project management software to track your progress and stay on schedule.

By following these tips and staying focused, disciplined, and proactive, you can navigate the challenges of your final year engineering project with confidence and achieve outstanding results. Remember to stay flexible and adaptable, and don’t hesitate to seek help or advice when needed. Good luck!

Computer engineering project topics offer a unique opportunity to blend creativity with technical expertise, empowering enthusiasts to explore diverse domains of computing while tackling real-world challenges. Whether you’re interested in hardware design, software development, networking, or artificial intelligence, there’s a wealth of project topics to inspire innovation and learning.

By starting these projects, people who are passionate about it can improve their abilities, learn more, and add to the changing world of technology. So, get ready to work hard, let your imagination flow, and begin an exciting adventure of learning and discovery in the amazing field of computer engineering.

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

High-Performance Domain-Specific Library for Hydrologic Data Processing , Kalyan Bhetwal

Verifying Data Provenance During Workflow Execution for Scientific Reproducibility , Rizbanul Hasan

Remote Sensing to Advance Understanding of Snow-Vegetation Relationships and Quantify Snow Depth and Snow Water Equivalent , Ahmad Hojatimalekshah

Exploring the Capability of a Self-Supervised Conditional Image Generator for Image-to-Image Translation without Labeled Data: A Case Study in Mobile User Interface Design , Hailee Kiesecker

Fake News Detection Using Narrative Content and Discourse , Hongmin Kim

Anomaly Detection Using Graph Neural Network , Bishal Lakha

Sparse Format Conversion and Code Synthesis , Tobi Goodness Popoola

Portable Sparse Polyhedral Framework Code Generation Using Multi Level Intermediate Representation , Aaron St. George

Severity Measures for Assessing Error in Automatic Speech Recognition , Ryan Whetten

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Improved Computational Prediction of Function and Structural Representation of Self-Cleaving Ribozymes with Enhanced Parameter Selection and Library Design , James D. Beck

Meshfree Methods for PDEs on Surfaces , Andrew Michael Jones

Deep Learning of Microstructures , Amir Abbas Kazemzadeh Farizhandi

Long-Term Trends in Extreme Environmental Events with Changepoint Detection , Mintaek Lee

Structure Aware Smart Encoding and Decoding of Information in DNA , Shoshanna Llewellyn

Towards Making Transformer-Based Language Models Learn How Children Learn , Yousra Mahdy

Ontology-Based Formal Approach for Safety and Security Verification of Industrial Control Systems , Ramesh Neupane

Improving Children's Authentication Practices with Respect to Graphical Authentication Mechanism , Dhanush Kumar Ratakonda

Hate Speech Detection Using Textual and User Features , Rohan Raut

Automated Detection of Sockpuppet Accounts in Wikipedia , Mostofa Najmus Sakib

Characterization and Mitigation of False Information on the Web , Anu Shrestha

Sinusoidal Projection for 360° Image Compression and Triangular Discrete Cosine Transform Impact in the JPEG Pipeline , Iker Vazquez Lopez

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Training Wheels for Web Search: Multi-Perspective Learning to Rank to Support Children's Information Seeking in the Classroom , Garrett Allen

Fair and Efficient Consensus Protocols for Secure Blockchain Applications , Golam Dastoger Bashar

Why Don't You Act Your Age?: Recognizing the Stereotypical 8-12 Year Old Searcher by Their Search Behavior , Michael Green

Ensuring Consistency and Efficiency of the Incremental Unit Network in a Distributed Architecture , Mir Tahsin Imtiaz

Modeling Real and Fake News Sharing in Social Networks , Abishai Joy

Modeling and Analyzing Users' Privacy Disclosure Behavior to Generate Personalized Privacy Policies , A.K.M. Nuhil Mehdy

Into the Unknown: Exploration of Search Engines' Responses to Users with Depression and Anxiety , Ashlee Milton

Generating Test Inputs from String Constraints with an Automata-Based Solver , Marlin Roberts

A Case Study in Representing Scientific Applications ( GeoAc ) Using the Sparse Polyhedral Framework , Ravi Shankar

Actors for the Internet of Things , Arjun Shukla

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Towards Unifying Grounded and Distributional Semantics Using the Words-as-Classifiers Model of Lexical Semantics , Stacy Black

Improving Scientist Productivity, Architecture Portability, and Performance in ParFlow , Michael Burke

Polyhedral+Dataflow Graphs , Eddie C. Davis

Improving Spellchecking for Children: Correction and Design , Brody Downs

A Collection of Fast Algorithms for Scalar and Vector-Valued Data on Irregular Domains: Spherical Harmonic Analysis, Divergence-Free/Curl-Free Radial Basis Functions, and Implicit Surface Reconstruction , Kathryn Primrose Drake

Privacy-Preserving Protocol for Atomic Swap Between Blockchains , Kiran Gurung

Unsupervised Structural Graph Node Representation Learning , Mikel Joaristi

Detecting Undisclosed Paid Editing in Wikipedia , Nikesh Joshi

Do You Feel Me?: Learning Language from Humans with Robot Emotional Displays , David McNeill

Obtaining Real-World Benchmark Programs from Open-Source Repositories Through Abstract-Semantics Preserving Transformations , Maria Anne Rachel Paquin

Content Based Image Retrieval (CBIR) for Brand Logos , Enjal Parajuli

A Resilience Metric for Modern Power Distribution Systems , Tyler Bennett Phillips

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Edge-Assisted Workload-Aware Image Processing System , Anil Acharya

MINOS: Unsupervised Netflow-Based Detection of Infected and Attacked Hosts, and Attack Time in Large Networks , Mousume Bhowmick

Deviant: A Mutation Testing Tool for Solidity Smart Contracts , Patrick Chapman

Querying Over Encrypted Databases in a Cloud Environment , Jake Douglas

A Hybrid Model to Detect Fake News , Indhumathi Gurunathan

Suitability of Finite State Automata to Model String Constraints in Probablistic Symbolic Execution , Andrew Harris

UNICORN Framework: A User-Centric Approach Toward Formal Verification of Privacy Norms , Rezvan Joshaghani

Detection and Countermeasure of Saturation Attacks in Software-Defined Networks , Samer Yousef Khamaiseh

Secure Two-Party Protocol for Privacy-Preserving Classification via Differential Privacy , Manish Kumar

Application-Specific Memory Subsystem Benchmarking , Mahesh Lakshminarasimhan

Multilingual Information Retrieval: A Representation Building Perspective , Ion Madrazo

Improved Study of Side-Channel Attacks Using Recurrent Neural Networks , Muhammad Abu Naser Rony Chowdhury

Investigating the Effects of Social and Temporal Dynamics in Fitness Games on Children's Physical Activity , Ankita Samariya

BullyNet: Unmasking Cyberbullies on Social Networks , Aparna Sankaran

FALCON: Framework for Anomaly Detection In Industrial Control Systems , Subin Sapkota

Investigating Semantic Properties of Images Generated from Natural Language Using Neural Networks , Samuel Ward Schrader

Incremental Processing for Improving Conversational Grounding in a Chatbot , Aprajita Shukla

Estimating Error and Bias of Offline Recommender System Evaluation Results , Mucun Tian

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Leveraging Tiled Display for Big Data Visualization Using D3.js , Ujjwal Acharya

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35 Design Engineering Project Topics for Computer Engineering

Imagine being the architect of the digital world, where your ideas transform into real solutions. That’s the essence of design engineering in computer science. It’s a dynamic field that empowers computer engineering students to craft innovative answers to real-world challenges. These projects aren’t just assignments; they’re the launchpad for your career.

But, the first step to this exciting journey is crucial: choosing the perfect project topic. Your choice will shape your learning and future opportunities. In this blog, we’ll dive into the world of design engineering, offering insights into what it’s all about. We’ll also guide you through the process of selecting the ideal project topic. And, to spark your imagination, we’ve curated a list of design engineering project topics for computer engineering students. Let’s embark on this creative adventure together!

What is Design Engineering?

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Design engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines principles from various engineering disciplines to design and develop systems, products, or solutions. In the context of computer engineering, design engineering focuses on creating hardware and software solutions that address specific challenges or needs. These projects typically involve problem identification, conceptualization, design, prototyping, testing, and implementation.

Design engineering projects in computer engineering can range from developing new software applications, designing innovative hardware components, optimizing existing systems, or even tackling broader challenges like sustainable technology or healthcare solutions.

How Do I Choose My Design Engineering Project Topics?

Choosing the right design engineering project topics for computer engineering students is a crucial step in your design engineering journey. Here are some steps to help you make an informed decision:

1. Identify Your Interests

Start by considering your interests and passions within the field of computer engineering. Do you enjoy programming, hardware design, networking, or robotics? Your project should align with your interests to keep you motivated throughout the process.

2. Assess Your Skills

Take stock of your technical skills and knowledge. Are you more proficient in software development, electronics, or both? Your project should challenge you but also be achievable based on your current skill set.

3. Seek Guidance

Consult with professors, mentors, or professionals in the field. They can provide valuable insights, suggest project ideas, and help you refine your project proposal.

4. Define a Problem

Identify a real-world problem or challenge that your project can address. Your project should have a clear purpose and potential impact.

5. Consider Resources

Think about the resources you’ll need for your project. Do you have access to the necessary equipment, software, or support? Ensure your project is feasible within your constraints.

6. Research Existing Projects

Review existing design engineering projects to see what has been done before. This can help you identify gaps or areas where you can innovate.

Innovative Design Engineering Project Topics for Computer Engineering

Here is a diverse list of design engineering project topics for computer engineering students. These topics cover a wide range of subfields and challenges within computer engineering:

Hardware Projects

Let’s dive into the design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in hardware:

1. Smart Home Automation System: Design a system that allows users to control and monitor their home appliances remotely.

2. Gesture Recognition Device: Create a device that can recognize and interpret hand gestures for various applications.

3. Wearable Health Monitor: Develop a wearable device that tracks vital signs and sends data to a smartphone app.

4. IoT-based Agriculture Solution: Design an IoT system to optimize farming practices, including soil moisture monitoring and automated irrigation.

5. Low-Cost 3D Printer: Build an affordable 3D printer for educational or prototyping purposes.

6. Robotics Arm: Create a robotic arm with various applications, such as manufacturing or healthcare.

Software Projects

Discover some design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in software:

1. Machine Learning for Predictive Maintenance: Develop a predictive maintenance system using machine learning to reduce equipment downtime.

2. Natural Language Processing Chatbot: Build a chatbot that can understand and respond to natural language queries.

3. Virtual Reality (VR) Game: Create an immersive VR game or simulation for entertainment or educational purposes.

4. Mobile App for Disaster Management: Design a mobile app that provides real-time information and assistance during disasters.

5. Blockchain-Based Secure Voting System: Develop a secure and transparent electronic voting system using blockchain technology.

6. Traffic Management System: Build a smart traffic management system that optimizes traffic flow and reduces congestion.

Networking Projects

Now, let’s explore some easy design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in networking:

1. 5G Network Optimization: Optimize 5G network performance and reliability in a specific area.

2. IoT-Based Energy Monitoring: Create an IoT solution to monitor and control energy consumption in homes or businesses.

3. Network Security Analyzer: Develop a tool that can detect and mitigate network security threats in real time.

4. Software-defined networking (SDN) Controller: Build an SDN controller for efficient network management and customization.

5. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) System: Design a VoIP system for voice communication over the Internet. incorporating the seamless integration of USA virtual phone numbers . These virtual phone numbers not only enhance accessibility but also provide a flexible solution for users to make and receive calls from different geographical locations, contributing to efficient communication infrastructure.

6. Cloud-Based Network Traffic Analyzer: Develop a cloud-based solution that captures and analyzes network traffic data for performance optimization.

Embedded Systems Projects

Here are some design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in embedded systems:

1. Smart Traffic Lights: Create an intelligent traffic light system that adapts to traffic flow.

2. Automated Plant Watering System: Build a system that automatically waters plants based on soil moisture levels.

3. Home Energy Management System: Design a system that optimizes energy usage in homes using IoT sensors.

4. Smart Mirror: Develop a mirror that displays useful information, such as weather updates and calendar events.

5. IoT-Based Health Monitoring Wearable: Create a wearable device for continuous health monitoring and data collection.

6. Autonomous Robotic Vacuum Cleaner: Design and develop an autonomous robotic vacuum cleaner that can navigate and clean rooms efficiently while avoiding obstacles.

Cybersecurity Projects

Discover some design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in cybersecurity:

1. Network Intrusion Detection System: Build an intrusion detection system to identify and mitigate network attacks.

2. Ransomware Protection Tool: Develop a tool to protect against ransomware attacks and data encryption.

3. Password Manager App: Create a secure password manager app for users to store and manage their passwords.

4. Biometric Authentication System: Design a biometric-based authentication system for enhanced security.

5. Secure File Encryption: Develop a secure file encryption and decryption tool.

6. IoT Security Framework: Develop a comprehensive security framework for Internet of Things (IoT) devices and networks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Projects

Let’s dive into the design engineering project topics for computer engineering students in AI.

1. AI-Based Personal Assistant: Create a virtual personal assistant powered by AI for tasks like scheduling and information retrieval.

2. Image Recognition System: Develop an image recognition system that can identify objects in images or videos.

3. AI-Based Music Generator: Build an AI-driven music composition tool.

4. Healthcare Diagnosis AI: Design an AI system for diagnosing medical conditions from patient data.

5. Autonomous Drone: Create an autonomous drone for tasks like surveillance or delivery.

6. AI-Powered Language Translation: Design an AI-driven language translation system capable of translating text or speech between multiple languages with high accuracy and efficiency. 

What Determines the Success of an Engineering Design Project?

The success of an engineering design project hinges on several key factors:

Clear Objectives

Success begins with well-defined project objectives. Understanding what needs to be achieved and setting clear goals is the foundation for the entire project.

Effective Planning

Comprehensive project planning, including resource allocation, timeline management, and risk assessment, is essential. A well-structured plan serves as a roadmap for the project’s execution.

Team Collaboration

Effective communication and collaboration among team members are critical. A cohesive team that works harmoniously can address challenges more efficiently.

Innovation and Creativity

Successful projects often involve innovative solutions that address the problem at hand more efficiently or elegantly. Creativity in design can set a project apart.

Adaptability

Flexibility in response to unexpected issues or changes in project requirements is vital. The ability to adapt and make informed decisions in real time is a hallmark of successful engineering projects.

Quality Control

Ensuring that the final product or solution meets high-quality standards is non-negotiable. Rigorous testing and quality control processes are essential.

Client Satisfaction

Ultimately, the success of a project is often determined by whether it meets or exceeds client expectations. Regular feedback and client engagement throughout the project are crucial.

Cost and Resource Management

Staying within budget and efficiently managing resources are essential for project success. Cost overruns can lead to project delays and dissatisfaction.

Timely Delivery

Meeting project deadlines is a key success factor. Delays can result in increased costs and a negative impact on stakeholders.

Documentation and Knowledge Transfer

Proper documentation of the project’s design, implementation, and maintenance processes ensures that the project’s success is sustainable over time. Knowledge transfer to relevant parties is crucial for long-term success.

Choosing the right design engineering project topics for computer engineering students is crucial for your academic and professional growth. It should align with your interests and skills while addressing a real-world problem or challenge. The list of project ideas provided here covers a wide spectrum of computer engineering subfields, from hardware and software development to networking, cybersecurity, embedded systems, and artificial intelligence . Remember to consult with mentors, conduct thorough research, and consider available resources before finalizing your project topic. With the right project, you can gain valuable experience and contribute to the advancement of computer engineering technology.

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Computer Science Thesis Proposal

May 29, 2024 2:00pm — 3:30pm.

Location: In Person - Reddy Conference Room, Gates Hillman 4405

Speaker: ERIC STURZINGER , Ph.D. Student, Computer Science Department, Carnegie Mellon University https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-sturzinger-6203b265

Survival-Critical Machine Learning

Foundational Machine Learning (ML) models are trained on massive datasets collected and curated over months and years and largely deployed in hyperscale datacenters. As a result, such collection and training are strongly decoupled in which learning is not urgent. This is optimal when the cost of an incorrect response to a query is not catastrophic. However, ML systems that operate in adversarial or hostile physical environments must learn in a unique, edge computing paradigm on limited a priori training data. 

This proposal introduces Survival-Critical Machine Learning (SCML), a new ML framework that defines optimal system design and operation that maximizes an ML system’s survivability in adversarial environments. In such scenarios, threats can evolve and morph continuously and an incorrect inference can potentially be catastrophic. In classical ML, the key performance indicator (KPI) of a system is some measure of output accuracy or quality with respect to the input. In SCML, the KPI is defined by the time delay between the initial arrival of new data and when the derived knowledge from it is embedded in a newly deployed model, when learning is urgent. In order to maximize survivability by adapting to evolving threats, SCML systems leverage Live Learning. Live Learning tightly couples data collection, inference, transmission, labeling, and training.  It is feasible to implement SCML, which is a new model of continuous learning, for improved survival of edge-based systems in adversarial environments.

This work defines critical enhancements to Live Learning and its integration into a scalable and distributed SCML system. It explores the optimization of both traditional system-level design and properties as well as ML-focused improvements.  Combined, these minimize an SCML system’s exposure to threats, thus maximizing its survivability in adversarial or hostile environments. We seek to inform and influence future SCML system design by modeling and evaluating the behaviors of a team of distributed SCML systems that perform Live Learning.

Thesis Committee:

Mahadev Satyanarayanan (Chair) Rashmi Vinayak Jeff Schneider Babu Pillai (Intel Labs)

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CS&E Announces 2024-25 Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship (DDF) Award Winners

Seven Ph.D. students working with CS&E professors have been named Doctoral Dissertation Fellows for the 2024-25 school year. The Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship is a highly competitive fellowship that gives the University’s most accomplished Ph.D. candidates an opportunity to devote full-time effort to an outstanding research project by providing time to finalize and write a dissertation during the fellowship year. The award includes a stipend of $25,000, tuition for up to 14 thesis credits each semester, and subsidized health insurance through the Graduate Assistant Health Plan.

CS&E congratulates the following students on this outstanding accomplishment:

• Athanasios Bacharis (Advisor: Nikolaos Papanikolopoulos )
• Karin de Langis (Advisor:  Dongyeop Kang )
• Arshia Zernab Hassan (Advisors: Chad Myers )
• Xinyue Hu (Advisors: Zhi-Li Zhang )
• Lucas Kramer (Advisors: Eric Van Wyk )
• Yijun Lin (Advisors: Yao-Yi Chiang )
• Mingzhou Yang (Advisors: Shashi Shekhar )

Athanasios Bacharis

Bacharis’ work centers around the robot-vision area, focusing on making autonomous robots act on visual information. His research includes active vision approaches, namely, view planning and next-best-view, to tackle the problem of 3D reconstruction via different optimization frameworks. The acquisition of 3D information is crucial for automating tasks, and active vision methods obtain it via optimal inference. Areas of impact include agriculture and healthcare, where 3D models can lead to reduced use of fertilizers via phenotype analysis of crops and effective management of cancer treatments. Bacharis has a strong publication record, with two peer-reviewed conference papers and one journal paper already published. He also has one conference paper under review and two journal papers in the submission process. His publications are featured in prestigious robotic and automation venues, further demonstrating his expertise and the relevance of his research in the field.

Karin de Langis

Karin's thesis works at the intersection of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and cognitive science. Her work uses eye-tracking and other cognitive signals to improve NLP systems in their performance and cognitive interpretability, and to create NLP systems that process language more similarly to humans. Her human-centric approach to NLP is motivated by the possibility of addressing the shortcomings of current statistics-based NLP systems, which often become stuck on explainability and interpretability, resulting in potential biases. This work has most recently been accepted and presented at SIGNLL Conference on Computational Natural Language Learning (CoNLL) conference which has a special focus on theoretically, cognitively and scientifically motivated approaches to computational linguistics.

Arshia Zernab Hassan

Hassan's thesis work delves into developing computational methods for interpreting data from genome wide CRISPR/Cas9 screens. CRISPR/Cas9 is a new approach for genome editing that enables precise, large-scale editing of genomes and construction of mutants in human cells. These are powerful data for inferring functional relationships among genes essential for cancer growth. Moreover, chemical-genetic CRISPR screens, where population of mutant cells are grown in the presence of chemical compounds, help us understand the effect the chemicals have on cancer cells and formulate precise drug solutions. Given the novelty of these experimental technologies, computational methods to process and interpret the resulting data and accurately quantify the various genetic interactions are still quite limited, and this is where Hassan’s dissertation is focused on. Her research extends to developing deep-learning based methods that leverage CRISPR chemical-genetic and other genomic datasets to predict cancer sensitivity to candidate drugs. Her methods on improving information content in CRISPR screens was published in the Molecular Systems Biology journal, a highly visible journal in the computational biology field. 

Hu's Ph.D. dissertation is concentrated on how to effectively leverage the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) – especially deep learning – to tackle challenging and important problems in the design and development of reliable, effective and secure (independent) physical infrastructure networks. More specifically, her research focuses on two critical infrastructures: power grids and communication networks, in particular, emerging 5G networks, both of which not only play a critical role in our daily life but are also vital to the nation’s economic well-being and security. Due to the enormous complexity, diversity, and scale of these two infrastructures, traditional approaches based on (simplified) theoretical models and heuristics-based optimization are no longer sufficient in overcoming many technical challenges in the design and operations of these infrastructures: data-driven machine learning approaches have become increasingly essential. The key question now is: how does one leverage the power of AI/ML without abandoning the rich theory and practical expertise that have accumulated over the years? Hu’s research has pioneered a new paradigm – (domain) knowledge-guided machine learning (KGML) – in tackling challenging and important problems in power grid and communications (e.g., 5G) network infrastructures.

Lucas Kramer

Kramer is now the driving force in designing tools and techniques for building extensible programming languages, with the Minnesota Extensible Language Tools (MELT) group. These are languages that start with a host language such as C or Java, but can then be extended with new syntax (notations) and new semantics (e.g. error-checking analyses or optimizations) over that new syntax and the original host language syntax. One extension that Kramer created was to embed the domain-specific language Halide in MELT's extensible specification of C, called ableC. This extension allows programmers to specify how code working on multi-dimensional matrices is transformed and optimized to make efficient use of hardware. Another embeds the logic-programming language Prolog into ableC; yet another provides a form of nondeterministic parallelism useful in some algorithms that search for a solution in a structured, but very large, search space. The goal of his research is to make building language extensions such as these more practical for non-expert developers.  To this end he has made many significant contributions to the MELT group's Silver meta-language, making it easier for extension developers to correctly specify complex language features with minimal boilerplate. Kramer is the lead author of one journal and four conference papers on his work at the University of Minnesota, winning the distinguished paper award for his 2020 paper at the Software Language Engineering conference, "Strategic Tree Rewriting in Attribute Grammars".

Lin’s doctoral dissertation focuses on a timely, important topic of spatiotemporal prediction and forecasting using multimodal and multiscale data. Spatiotemporal prediction and forecasting are important scientific problems applicable to diverse phenomena, such as air quality, ambient noise, traffic conditions, and meteorology. Her work also couples the resulting prediction and forecasting with multimodal (e.g., satellite imagery, street-view photos, census records, and human mobility data) and multiscale geographic information (e.g., census records focusing on small tracts vs. neighborhood surveys) to characterize the natural and built environment, facilitating our understanding of the interactions between and within human social systems and the ecosystem. Her work has a wide-reaching impact across multiple domains such as smart cities, urban planning, policymaking, and public health.

Mingzhou Yang

Yang is developing a thesis in the broad area of spatial data mining for problems in transportation. His thesis has both societal and theoretical significance. Societally, climate change is a grand challenge due to the increasing severity and frequency of climate-related disasters such as wildfires, floods, droughts, etc. Thus, many nations are aiming at carbon neutrality (also called net zero) by mid-century to avert the worst impacts of global warming. Improving energy efficiency and reducing toxic emissions in transportation is important because transportation accounts for the vast majority of U.S. petroleum consumption as well as over a third of GHG emissions and over a hundred thousand U.S. deaths annually via air pollution. To accurately quantify the expected environmental cost of vehicles during real-world driving, Yang's thesis explores ways to incorporate physics in the neural network architecture complementing other methods of integration: feature incorporation, and regularization. This approach imposes stringent physical constraints on the neural network model, guaranteeing that its outputs are consistently in accordance with established physical laws for vehicles. Extensive experiments including ablation studies demonstrated the efficacy of incorporating physics into the model. 

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Dear Colleague Letter: Planning Proposals for Large-scale Projects in Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) in Eligible EPSCoR Jurisdictions

May 22, 2024

Dear Colleagues:

The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) welcomes the submission of planning proposals from eligible institutions under the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (ESPCoR) to expand geographic and institutional diversity in the CISE project portfolio. Through this Dear Colleague Letter (DCL), NSF calls for planning efforts for large-scale CISE research projects that enable sustainable capacity-building and competitiveness across EPSCoR jurisdictions, leading to success in CISE large-scale projects competitions. Collaborative proposals between EPSCoR and non-EPSCoR institutions, with EPSCoR institutions as the lead, are particularly welcomed. Participation by Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and Emerging Research Institutions (ERIs) in EPSCoR jurisdictions is especially encouraged.

This DCL reaffirms NSF’s commitment to bolster research that engages diverse communities across EPSCoR jurisdictions and is responsive to the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Section 10325 (Expanding geographic and institutional diversity in research). NSF firmly believes in the immense untapped potential within EPSCoR jurisdictions and through this DCL is actively seeking planning proposals from research teams within ESPCoR institutions for the CISE large-scale projects competitions, defined below

A planning proposal is a type of proposal used to support conceptualization, planning and collaboration activities that aim to formulate new and sound plans for large-scale projects in emerging research areas for future submission to an NSF program. For guidance on the preparation of Planning proposals, see Chapter II.F.1 of the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG). This type of proposal is not intended to provide seed funding for a proposal that has been declined, nor is it appropriate for preliminary research on efforts that are aligned with established research programs. Rather, planning proposals are appropriate for the development of larger-scale proposals in specific areas in which NSF wishes to ensure a sufficiently robust competition in the future. CISE is especially interested in activities that would catalyze new collaborations in EPSCoR jurisdictions, or among EPSCoR and non-EPSCoR jurisdictions but led by EPSCoR institutions , that broaden the participation of individuals or organizations underrepresented in larger-scale CISE award portfolios.

Eligible Large-scale Project Competitions

Only planning proposals, led by eligible institutions from EPSCoR jurisdictions, aimed for future submissions to the following CISE competitions are eligible for this DCL:

Expeditions in Computing : provides the CISE research and education community with the opportunities to pursue large-scale, ambitious, fundamental research agendas that promise to define the future of computing and information.

Frontier Projects in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) : investigates foundational issues of CPS to create capabilities well beyond today’s CPS systems that address critical technical challenges across a wide range of application domains.

Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace Frontiers (SaTC Frontiers) : supports research centers addressing cybersecurity and privacy, drawing on expertise in one or more of these areas: computing, communication and information sciences; engineering; economics; education; mathematics; statistics; social and behavioral sciences.

CISE Core Programs, Large Projects : aims to support proposals on bold new ideas tackling ambitious and fundamental research problems in CISE that cross the boundaries of CISE core programs and are well suited to a large-scale integrated collaborative effort.

Planning Proposal Preparation and Submission

The Principal Investigator (PI) must hold a faculty appointment at an eligible institution within an EPSCoR jurisdiction and must be eligible to serve as PI on a proposal submitted to one or more of the participating large-scale projects competitions listed on this DCL.

There are two documents that must be submitted: a concept outline and the planning proposal. Upon the successful review of the concept outline, the PI will receive an email confirming approval to submit a planning proposal based on that concept outline.

Required Concept Outline:

PIs are advised that they must submit a concept outline prior to submission of a planning proposal. This will aid in determining the appropriateness of the work for consideration under this type of proposal. Concept outlines must be submitted by email to [email protected] . PIs will receive an email from the cognizant NSF program officer that specifies whether a full proposal may be submitted. The email confirming approval to submit a planning proposal must be uploaded by the prospective PI in the “Program Officer Concurrence Email” section of Research.gov.

The following provides guidance regarding the preparation and submission of concept outlines:

• The concept outline title must begin with "Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: CISE Large:" or “Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: Expeditions:” or "Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: CPS Frontier:" or “Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: SaTC Frontier:” for submission to the corresponding CISE large projects competition.
• A minimum of two or more investigators (PI, co-PI, or other Senior/Key Personnel) with complementary expertise must be associated with a concept outline for planning proposals for large-scale projects in CISE.
• Concept outlines are strictly limited in length to 3 pages plus a half-page justification of the estimated budget, for a total of 4 pages, including references.
• An individual may appear as PI or co-PI on no more than one planning proposal submitted in response to this DCL.
• The first paragraph of the concept outline must describe the research idea with a clear explanation of why it is innovative, potentially transformative, or otherwise potentially impactful. Reasons why this project is appropriate for planning funding must be provided in a separate paragraph
• All correspondence, inquiries, and concept outlines must be submitted to [email protected] .

The correspondence permitting submission of a planning proposal can be expected approximately 3 weeks after submission of the concept outline.

Planning Proposal:

Proposals must be prepared in accordance with the guidance for Planning Proposals specified in Chapter II.F.1 of the NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) and submitted through Research.gov. Proposers should select the current PAPPG as the funding opportunity and direct proposals to the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Division of Computer and Network Systems, CPS-Cyber-Physical System program. Choose "Planning" as the type of proposal. For an invited planning proposal, this DCL allows only a single proposal submission with subawards administered by the lead organization. Separately submitted collaborative proposals from multiple organizations will not be accepted. The planning proposal title must begin with "Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: CISE Large:" or “Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: Expeditions:” or "Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: CPS Frontier:" or "Planning_DCL_EPSCOR: SaTC Frontier:" for submission to the corresponding CISE large projects competition.

The following provides additional guidance regarding the preparation and submission of a planning proposal in response to this DCL upon approval of the concept outline by the cognizant NSF program officer:

• The Project Description is expected to be brief and must be no more than eight pages. It must include clear statements as to why this project is appropriate for a planning proposal, including how the funds will be used to formulate a sound approach for future submission to one of the participating CISE large projects competitions.
• The Project Description should also include an assessment of the EPSCoR jurisdiction’s existing research capacity in the chosen CISE research topic areas and how a competitive research capacity building effort will be created and sustained.

Planning proposals do not constitute any commitment on behalf of the PI/co-PI(s) or their organizations to submit a future proposal or carry out a research, education, or infrastructure project, nor do they imply an intent on the part of NSF to support a future proposed project beyond the planning grant.

DCL Program Management Team:

The cognizant program directors for this DCL are:

• Mitra Basu, Division of Computing and Communication Foundations (CCF), telephone: (703) 292-8910, email: [email protected] .
• Dan Cosley, Division of Information and Intelligent Systems (IIS), telephone: (703) 292-8832, [email protected] .
• Ralph Wachter, Division of Computer and Network Systems (CNS), telephone: (703) 292-8950, email: [email protected] .
• Danella Zhao, Division of Computing and Communication Foundations (CCF), telephone: (703) 292-4434, email: [email protected] .

Important DCL Due Dates

For full consideration in fiscal year 2024:

• The PIs may submit their planning concept outline at any time, but no later than June 15, 2024 .
• Full planning proposals for the approved concept outlines should be submitted no later than July 15, 2024 .

Concept outlines submitted after June 15, 2024 or full planning proposals submitted after July 15, 2024 may be considered, based on availability of funds, until December 1, 2024 .

Questions should be directed to the cognizant program directors listed above, preferably by email to [email protected] .

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to advancing science and ensuring that all jurisdictions have equal opportunities to contribute to the national scientific enterprise. We look forward to receiving your planning proposals and the exciting possibilities they hold.

Dilma Da Silva Acting Assistant Director, NSF CISE

Funding Opportunities of Interest

Limited Submission: Not specified.

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Engineering Students Showcase Musical Inventions

May 23, 2024 - The Creophone, Wube Tubes and Saxatars were just some of the cool creations by engineering students who had to meet a challenge: invent a new musical instrument for a UCI contest. Their inspirations included harnessing brainwaves, capturing the wind and upcycling instrument parts. That was the ingenious imaginative spirit on display at the first Engineering-Symphonic Orchestra New Instrument Competition (E-SONIC) on May 20.

“This new instrument competition is all about having the courage to go after new and wild ideas,” says Samueli School of Engineering Dean Magnus Egerstedt who together with Pacific Symphony President John Forsythe conceived of the contest over lunch. “I want our students to have creative confidence – the confidence to embrace a new problem or stand in front of an empty scoresheet and imagine something that didn’t exist before.”

The Pacific Symphony welcomes these inventions as there hasn't been a new instrument added to the orchestra in a century. “The idea that there could be a new color or texture introduced to orchestral music through an invented instrument would be an amazing addition to our ability to create beautiful art,” said Forsythe. Winners not only received a cash prize ($1,000 and $500) but will also have the chance to work with the Pacific Symphony to compose and perform a piece around their instrument.

Six teams of engineering students spent months designing and creating their musical inventions. The rules were simple. The instruments had to meet three criteria: it had to be new, playable with notes and have some physical manifestation. The teams all had a faculty advisor, also a hybrid engineer-musician, and received one academic credit for the project.

At E-SONIC, the teams explained the technology behind their designs and performed music with their instruments. The jury included experts from the Pacific Symphony, Claire Trevor School of the Arts and the Samueli School of Engineering.

The six entries included three synthesizers. The Creophone, worn over the head, is an EEG-controlled synthesizer that detects specific brainwave thresholds to evoke enchanting chords.  Pulstar is an electronic synthesizer while the May Organ is an amplified electromechanical instrument that fuses concepts from the Hammon organ and digital wavetable synthesizers.

The Wube Tubes is a fusion of recycled wind and string instruments that’s played by blowing into the tubes while plucking the strings. The Saxatar, the winner of the People’s Choice Award, harnesses the wind through the science of fluids and vibrations. 

Taesung Hwang, a senior who majors in both computer engineering and music, created the jury’s top choice - the Inductus - which he affectionately calls a “cool big stick.” The three-foot long rod exudes an extraordinary array of ethereal sounds as a magnet slides inside, passing through coils of wire that send electronic impulses to a microcontroller that transforms the signals into music.

“There’s definitely a deep connection between the arts and STEM fields,” Hwang says, “We can use computer algorithms to generate melodies, harmonies and rhythms. It’s fun putting the two together.”

In addition to the debut of these novel instruments, the evening was graced with performances from a band comprised of Dean Egerstedt and four engineering faculty musicians. They all rotated instruments as they sung engineering-themed tunes like “Another Brick in the Wall,” “Rocket Man” and “The Scientist.”  The band included Herdaline Ardoña, Pim Oomen, Maxim Shcherbakov and Ali Moraz, who were also advisors to the student teams.

As for the student inventions, the Pacific Symphony president was impressed. “I was amazed at the synthesis between music, design and math and everything that came together,” Forythe said. “It was beautiful.”

“I loved hearing the technical aspects during the presentation of the instruments,” said Claire Trevor School of the Arts Dean Tiffany Ana López. “The exploration and discovery - it was magical.”

The audience delighted at the unforgettable fusion of engineering, art and innovation on display that evening at Winifred Smith Hall at the Claire Trevor School of the Arts. And it doesn’t stop there. E-SONIC will be an annual contest and project that UCI students can participate in for academic credit. “This is only the beginning,” said Egerstedt, “Next year will be bigger, shinier, with even more instruments.”

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