Dr. Christos Constantinou

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christos E. Constantinou is an Emeritus Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at Stanford University. His research focuses on applying Biomedical Engineering techniques for clinical visualization and characterization of pelvic floor function. He has extended methods in ultrasound imaging and image processing, developing computer models for biomechanics analysis related to pelvic floor dynamics. His work emphasizes critical considerations for the clinical evaluation of patients with lower urinary tract dysfunction through urodynamics. He has held various roles as a Principal Investigator for numerous NIH projects and has received several awards recognizing his contributions to urology, including the International Prize for Outstanding Contributions in Urology. He earned his PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Stanford University and has an extensive background in research and development related to the male pelvic floor function.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Faculty

1979-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Member of the Human Biology Program and contributed to the field of Urology.

Patents

Device measuring elastic properties tissue

United States Patent 7,615,014 B2 2009-11-10

This patent involves measuring the elastic properties of tissue and was co-authored with colleagues from Nihon University, Japan.

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
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Specialization Notes

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