Professor Dr. Thomas Gaylord
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Biography
Thomas K. Gaylord received a B.S. in Physics and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla, followed by a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Rice University. He joined Georgia Tech in 1972, where he has been instrumental in the founding and development of optics educational research programs within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His work includes the development of courses in Optical Engineering, Integrated Optics, Modulation, Diffractive Crystal Optics, and Optoelectronics, as well as establishing optics research programs and creating research instructional laboratory facilities. Dr. Gaylord is the author of over 300 technical journal publications and holds 25 patents in areas such as optics, optoelectronics, and semiconductor devices.
Research Interests
Experience
Regents Professor Endowed Chair
1972-01-01 — PresentGeorgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA
Leading educational and research programs in optics and optoelectronics.
Awards
Fellow
Fellow
Fellow
Curtis W. McGraw Research Award
OSA Esther Hoffman Beller Medal
IEEE Graduate Teaching Award
Class of 1934 Distinguished Professor Award
Outstanding Teacher Award
Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology
Doctorate Program
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Application Checklist
- Online application
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes
Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.