Dr. Thomas Gaylord

Professor

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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

Diffractive Optics Photonic Crystals Optical Interconnects Fiber Optic Devices Optical Sensors Optics Instrumentation Nanostructure Optoelectronics

Experience

Regents Professor Endowed Chair

1972-01-01 — Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Leading educational and research programs in optics and optoelectronics.

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Curtis W. McGraw Research Award

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OSA Esther Hoffman Beller Medal

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IEEE Graduate Teaching Award

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Class of 1934 Distinguished Professor Award

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Outstanding Teacher Award

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
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.