Grad Profile: Robert Hesse
Robert Hesse, ECE | Intermediate Diploma, Hamburg University of Technology (Germany), 2005 | Diplom-Ingenieur, Hamburg University of Technology (Germany), 2009 | MASc Candidate, University of Toronto
Affiliations
- Member, U of T Outing Club
- Member, U of T Ski and Snowboard Club
Awards & Honours
- Scholarship, German National Academic Foundation, 2006-2009
- Best Intermediate Diploma, Phillips Semiconductors, 2005
- Scholarship, German Academic Exchange Service, 2006-2007. This scholarship allowed me to come to the University of Waterloo here in Canada for a year of exchange study
Research
I am researching on-chip interconnects in multi-core processors with Professor Enright Jerger. In the area of computer architecture there is a trend towards more and more parallelization by using multiple cores in modern processors to enhance their performance. In order to overcome communication bottlenecks and reduce energy consumption in future processor generations utilizing hundreds of cores, there is the need for efficient interconnection structures and algorithms between these cores. Based on my former thesis research in Germany and Professor Jerger’s excellent reputation and knowledge in this area, my research here at U of T will hopefully lead to substantial energy savings and increase the performance of future computer systems.
Why did you choose U of T Engineering?
I chose U of T Engineering because of its excellent reputation worldwide. Moreover, I am very impressed by the faculty members and their active involvement with current research in the field of computer architecture. Being from Hamburg, a big city in Germany, I knew Toronto would offer the same kind of city life I wanted while pursuing my graduate studies. I love the diversity of this city, and I particularly enjoy the diversity of this campus.
What has been your most memorable moment at U of T so far?
I found the supportive and welcoming atmosphere, especially for international students, very remarkable. Everybody, from my professors to staff and my fellow students, is overwhelmingly helpful, which has made U of T a second home for me in a very short amount of time.
What are your plans after graduation?
I have a passion for high quality research. Therefore, my initial plan in coming to U of T for graduate studies was to perform PhD studies and work as a researcher – either in the industry or in an academic setting. My first experience in teaching as a TA at U of T sparked my interest in becoming a professor. After graduation from the MASc program, I would love to continue with research as a PhD student here at U of T and hopefully become a professor afterwards.
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