Dr. Ioannis Gkioulekas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ioannis Gkioulekas is an associate professor at the Robotics Institute of Carnegie Mellon University, where he specializes in the fields of computer vision and computer graphics, particularly in the area of computational imaging. His research focuses on the joint design of optics, electronics, and computation to create imaging systems with unprecedented capabilities. Gkioulekas has developed innovative imaging systems that can see corners and skin, and has worked on passive 3D sensing systems achieving extreme resolution. His work also includes ultrafast programmable lenses and imaging systems that adapt to their environments. His technical expertise encompasses a range of advanced imaging techniques, including non-line-of-sight imaging, single-photon imaging, LiDAR, and SONAR, alongside methodologies like physics-based rendering and probabilistic modeling. He is involved in supervising multiple master's students and has collaborated with several affiliated researchers throughout his academic career.

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.