Dr. Nabil Alshurafa

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nabil Alshurafa is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University with a focus on Preventive Medicine and affiliated with the Departments of Computer Science and Electrical Computer Engineering. His academic journey culminated with a PhD in Computer Science from UCLA, where he also earned both his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. His research interests are deeply rooted in the intersection of health and technology, particularly in the development and application of body sensor networks, emphasizing behavioral science and data analytics. Alshurafa explores embedded systems, algorithm design, and their implications in nutrition monitoring and activity recognition. His work significantly contributes to understanding obesity and cardiovascular disease through innovative technological solutions.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.