Dr. Grigore Pintilie

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Grigore Pintilie is a Research Scientist in the Department of Bioengineering at Stanford University. He has an extensive academic background with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from York University, focusing on Computer Graphics and Human-Computer Interaction. He further pursued his Master of Science at the University of Toronto in the same field. His research interests have evolved significantly over the years, as he transitioned from computer graphics to bioinformatics research during his tenure at the Blueprint Initiative. He completed his Ph.D. at MIT in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, with a focus on Biology, particularly in Cryo-EM map segmentation and fitting atomic models. His professional career has included notable roles as a Scientific Programmer at Baylor College of Medicine, specializing in Cryo-EM map analysis and atomic modeling. Since joining Stanford University in 2017, he has continued his work in Cryo-EM map analysis and atomic modeling.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Scientist

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Cryo-EM map analysis and atomic modeling.

Scientific Programmer

— Present

Baylor College of Medicine •

Cryo-EM map analysis and atomic modeling.

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.