Dr. Christian Samaniego

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christian Cuba Samaniego is an Assistant Professor in the Ray Stephanie Lane Computational Biology Department at Carnegie Mellon University. He conducts interdisciplinary research focused on making Machine Learning and Feedback Control paradigms accessible and applicable in the field of Biology. His work aims to develop computational and theoretical experimental tools that facilitate the integration of biological systems at both single-cell and multicellular levels. Professor Samaniego's research interests include computational biology, machine learning, and feedback control systems, contributing to the advancement of tools that promote the integration of biological systems in innovative ways.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.