Anhiti Mandal

Year in School
Sophomore

Major
Math and CS

Research Interests
Architecture, Compilers, and Parallel Computing

Research Mentor
Sarita Adve

Research/Engagement Experience
High School

Interests
Computer Vision, Computer Architecture, Parallel Programming

Project Title

How did I get interested in Computer Science?
I began to love Computer Science in high school through programming and building things from scratch. The thrill of creating functional, innovative projects and solving complex problems fueled my passion for the field and set me on a path to explore its many possibilities.

What social interests matter to me?
Women empowerment and access to quality education for everyone.

What is my most impactful college experience?
My most impactful college experience was the Women in Engineering Orientation during welcome week of my freshman year. I loved being a part of such a large community of talented women and felt an immediate sense of belonging and support that has continued to inspire and motivate me.

These are a few of my favorite things!
I love reading, painting, baking, playing basketball and listening to music!

Research Description

Biography
I’m a Math and Computer Science student with a deep love for art, which has led me to explore generative art through my research. This interest fuels my enthusiasm for computer vision and AI, where I find innovative ways to blend creativity with technology. As someone who enjoys understanding how things work at the low level, I also enjoy learning about Computer Architecture. Going forward, I hope to delve further into engineering within CS as a researcher or in algorithms through quantitive analysis or data science. My goal is to combine my technical skills with my creative interests to drive impactful solutions, something I can also explore as a part of the Engineers without Borders club at UIUC.