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Surya Ganguli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in the Department of Neurobiology and as a Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI. He received his Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics from UC Berkeley in 2004, and has since focused on theoretical and computational neuroscience, exploring how neural circuits process information and learning. Ganguli has contributed to the field through various publications and research endeavors aimed at advancing the understanding of brain functionality. His impressive academic background is highlighted by a series of prestigious awards, including the Schmidt Science Polymath Award and the Sloan Research Fellowship. He actively mentors students and postdoctoral researchers, guiding them in their dissertation work and research projects. Beyond teaching and mentoring, Ganguli's work continues to make significant impacts in the understanding of cognitive processes through mathematical models and experimental validation.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and conducting research in the field of applied physics, with an emphasis on neuroscience.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.