Dr. Michael Gleicher

Professor

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Biography

Michael Gleicher is a professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, where he also serves as the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Programs. His research interests lie primarily in Visual Computing, including areas such as robotics, data visualization, animation, virtual reality, and multimedia applications. Over the years, he has focused on developing systems that improve human-robot collaboration through effective visualizations that communicate robot states and environments to users. His work also delves into summarization techniques in visualization theory, aiming to codify processes that enhance the design and effectiveness of visualizations. Gleicher's teaching includes courses on Computer Graphics and Visualization, where he implements innovative educational strategies to engage students. His selected publications showcase his contributions to fields like robotics and machine learning, reflecting his commitment to advancing the application of visual computation in real-world scenarios.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2008-09-01 — Present

University of Wisconsin, Madison • Madison, WI

Teaching courses and conducting research in Visual Computing, focusing on robotics and data visualization.

Courses

CS765 Visualization CS559 Computer Graphics

Requirements for University of Wisconsin, Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Supplemental application questionnaire
  • Writing sample (4,500-6,000 words)
Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy; GRE scores are not required and will not be looked at.