Dr. Brent Liu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Brent Liu earned a Doctorate in Biophysics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and has extensive experience in medical imaging informatics and PACS (Picture Archiving Communication Systems). His research covers a broad spectrum of areas, including medical imaging informatics, imaging technology, and fault-tolerant design of clinical systems. Liu's prior work included developing automatic image segmentation systems and image-processing applications aimed at enhancing the usability of medical imaging systems. He has also worked on various projects to implement filmless PACS in clinical settings, collaborating with multiple healthcare centers. Over the past five years, he has taken an active role in training students in Biomedical Imaging Informatics, guiding them in research that bridges engineering and medicine. Liu is involved in academic teaching at the graduate level, focusing on curriculum related to medical imaging systems and informatics. His research agenda includes exploration of the integration of imaging informatics methodologies in oncology and neurology fields to improve clinical outcomes and support longitudinal research. Liu's work exemplifies the fusion of practical implementation and theoretical research within the medical imaging domain.

Research Interests

Awards

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Certificate of Merit Award

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Certificate of Merit Award

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Certificate of Merit Award

Courses

BME527: Integration of Medical Imaging Systems BME528: Medical Imaging Informatics

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.