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Matt Smith received his Ph.D. in Neural Science from New York University. His research focuses on systems neuroengineering and understanding the brain using advanced neurotechnologies. His lab employs neurophysiological and computational approaches to study the visual system, particularly at the level of individual neurons and populations. He has been recognized with the NIH Pathway Independence Award and the Research to Prevent Blindness Career Development Award. Smith is a co-director of the Center for Neural Basis of Cognition (CNBC), a collaborative neuroscience program between Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. His work includes significant projects like developing noninvasive intracranial pressure sensing alternatives and investigating brain states related to motivation, attention, and arousal through brain-computer interfaces. Over the past 30 years, he has contributed to the field of neuroscience, enhancing our understanding of neuronal activity and bridging approaches to yield richer insights.
Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA
Professor at the Center for Neural Basis of Cognition, focusing on systems neuroengineering and neuroscience.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.