Dr. Andrés García

Professor

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Biography

Andrés J. García is the Executive Director of the Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology. He is a Regents' Professor and has been at Georgia Tech since 1998, where he began as an Assistant Professor. Dr. García's research focuses on bioengineering and includes the development of engineered biomaterials for biotherapeutics and cell-delivery vehicles, particularly in the context of regenerative medicine applications. His work encompasses crucial areas such as bone repair, vascularization, inflammation, and arthritis, as well as the mechanisms regulating cell adhesive forces. Dr. García's contributions to the field have resulted in the creation of novel biomaterial platforms aimed at eliciting targeted cellular responses for tissue repair and biomedical applications. Additionally, his research has led to technology licensing agreements with start-ups and multinational companies, and he is a co-founder of three start-ups, including CellectCell, CorAmi Therapeutics, and iTolerance.

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Class of 1934 Distinguished Professor Award

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Clemson Award for Basic Research

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Outstanding Interdisciplinary Activities Award

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Young Investigator Award

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CETL/BP Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award

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NSF CAREER Award

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.