Josef Spjut joined NVIDIA Research in 2013. His research interests include Computer Graphics, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems and Human Computer Interaction.
Previously he was a Visiting Assistant Professor of Engineering at Harvey Mudd College from 2012-2015 where he taught courses in Digital Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems and Game Console Design. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Utah where he designed and simulated Ray Tracing Architectures. Josef also holds a B.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of California, Riverside where he focused on Embedded Systems.