
Prateek Jain
PhD Student in Computer Science | Specializing in Network Layer Protocols
I am a PhD candidate in Computer Science at Boston University, specializing in network communication and data transfer reliability. My research focuses on developing robust and efficient transport layer solutions, including a RINA-based Multi-Layer Error Detection (MLED) model, QUIC protocol evaluation for connection migration, and dynamic operator placement at the edge for real-time stream processing. Currently, I am a Research Intern at Google, working on assessing the performance of QUIC’s connection migration capabilities under diverse network conditions to enhance low-latency and stable communication. My projects, in collaboration with the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Google, aim to push the boundaries of modern networking, transport protocols, and edge computing.

Advisor: Dr. Abraham Matta
Dr. Abraham Matta is a Professor of Computer Science at Boston University and currently serves as a Program Director at the NSF. His research focuses on network protocols, architectures, and performance evaluation across various domains, including edge-cloud systems and wireless networks. He has published over 150 papers and received multiple prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER award and several best-paper honors.
Multi-Level Error Detection (MLED) Framework
MLED is a Recursive Inter-Network Architecture (RINA) based novel approach which utilizes in-network resources to significantly reduce the probability of undetected errors (UEP) during large-scale file transfers.
Learn more about MLED on the MLED Project Page.
Download MLED Programmer's Manual