Dr. Christopher Rozell

Professor

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Biography

Christopher J. Rozell is a researcher and educator focused on advancing the understanding of brain function, health, and disease through the design of therapeutic neurotechnologies. His research is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative, existing at the intersection of neuroscience, data science, neuroengineering, and cognitive science. He works closely with clinical collaborators to develop scalable brain stimulation therapies for treatment-resistant psychiatric disorders. As the Executive Director of the Institute of Neuroscience, Neurotechnology & Society at Georgia Institute of Technology and the Julian T. Hightower Chaired Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering, he also serves on several advisory boards. Rozell co-founded Neuromatch, Inc., a nonprofit that fosters a global community of computational researchers. His academic journey includes degrees from the University of Michigan and Rice University, as well as a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley. His contributions to research have earned him numerous accolades, including a James S. McDonnell Foundation award and a National Science Foundation CAREER Award. His impact on training the next generation of researchers has been recognized with teaching awards and his mentees have received prestigious fellowships.

Research Interests

Awards

#2025

Elected Fellow, American Institute Medical Biological Engineering (AIMBE)

#2024

BRAIN 10 Award, NIH BRAIN Initiative Photo Video Contest

#2014

James S. McDonnell Foundation 21st Century Science Initiative Award

#2014

National Science Foundation CAREER Award

#2019

Outstanding Teacher Award, Howard Ector

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.