Dr. Azalia Mirhoseini

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Azalia Mirhoseini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stanford University. Her research focuses on developing capable, reliable, and efficient artificial intelligence (AI) systems to address high-impact, real-world problems. Her work encompasses generalized learning-based methods for decision-making, systems-on-chip design, self-improving AI models, and scalable deep learning optimization. Prior to her academic career at Stanford, she worked in industry AI labs, including Anthropic and Google Brain, where she advanced the capabilities and reliability of large language models. At Google Brain, she co-founded the ML Systems team, which focused on automating and optimizing computer systems for chip design. Azalia has received several accolades for her work, including the MIT Technology Review’s 35 Innovators Under 35 Award and the ECE Thesis Award from Rice University. Her research has been published in prominent venues such as Nature and has garnered coverage from media outlets including MIT Technology Review and IEEE Spectrum.

Research Interests

Courses

CS 329A CS 499 CS 499P CS 390A CS 390B CS 399 CS 399P CS 199 CS 199P CME 291 CS 191 CS 195 CS 191W

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.