About Stanford Theory
As theoretical computer scientists, we seek greater understanding of fundamental computational techniques and their inherent limitations. Research includes the development and analysis of algorithms for a variety of settings and applications. Major directions include Complexity Theory, the Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Cryptography, Algorithmic Game Theory, Geometric Algorithms, algorithmic techniques for internet applications, various aspects of network and computer security, databases, design and analysis of programs and programming languages, and supporting studies in combinatorial, logical, and algebraic mathematics. Please see the research page for an overview of research in a sampling of areas, and refer to the faculty pages for specific research interests.
News
- The Stanford Theory group hosts the Motwani postdoctoral fellows in theoretical computer science. The search for positions starting in Fall 2025 has ended. Please check back here in Fall 2025 for an announcement for positions beginning Fall 2026.
- Please see the Motwani lecture series in memory of our late colleague Rajeev Motwani, who has been an inspiration to generations of theory researchers.
Recurring Events
- We have Theory Lunch talks (and lunch!) Thursdays at noon.
- The Stanford Theory Seminar happens occasionally as of 2022.
- The RAIN Seminar is dedicated to algorithms on the internet.
- Stanford Women in Theory Forum
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