Research
My work sits in theoretical computer science, largely at the intersection of algebra and computational complexity — understanding what arithmetic circuits can and cannot compute. In general, I am interested in the intersection of Complexity Theory, Algebra and Combinatorics.
- Algebraic Complexity Theory
- Analysis of Algorithms
- Computational and structural questions related to graph coloring
- Boolean Functions : Fourier Analytical and Learning Theory related
- Data Structurs
Groups at IITM
I am part of the vibrant Theory Group @ IIT Madras · Algorithms and Complexity Theory (ACT) Lab
I am a member of the recently established Arvind Raghunathan Center for Theoretical Computer Science which is generously funded by our almuni Dr. Arvind Raghunathan.
Teaching
A complete list of courses, with links to individual course pages, is maintained on the Theory Group site: course listing →
Positions Available
MS / PhD
I am actively looking for candidates for MS/PhD. Write in with your CV and a short note on your interests in theoretical computer science. Admissions go through the IITM Research Portal; if the topics above overlap with your background in TCS and/or mathematics, feel free to email directly.
Research Portal →Postdoc
Looking for candidates with a PhD in Computer Science, with background and interest in Computational Complexity Theory.
Application details →Internships: I currently do not have any internship positions open. For internships at IITM generally, please apply through the IITM Summer Internship Programme. I receive a large volume of internship requests by email — please read this note first if you're planning to write to me.
Publications
A comprehensive list of publications:
View publications →Lecture Videos
Links
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Collaborators (present and past) — this list will be updated soon.
Contact
| Office | SSB 205, Dept. of CSE, IIT Madras (Ext. 4381) |
| bvrr@ (add the suffix cse.iitm.ac.in), or via gmail: rkunjathaya | |
| Institute email | bvrr@ (add the suffix iitm.ac.in) |