Dr. Yigal Arens

Professor

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Biography

Yigal Arens is a Research Professor Emeritus at the Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and served as the Senior Director of Administrative Affairs at USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI). In this role, he oversaw ISI's administrative operations, ensuring a productive working environment for research leaders and staff. With a Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley, Arens has significant expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in information integration. His research interests focus on cyberinfrastructure for biomedical research and he has been involved in various projects, such as the Integrated Interfaces and SIMS (Single Interface Multiple Sources) research group. Arens co-founded the Digital Government Society and Fetch Technologies, contributing to the integration of technology in governmental communications. His extensive experience includes collaboration with diverse teams to enhance operational performance and advance knowledge in the fields of human-computer interfaces and multimedia systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Professor Emeritus

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Research focusing on artificial intelligence and cyberinfrastructure in biomedical research.

Senior Director, Administrative Affairs

— Present

USC Information Sciences Institute • Los Angeles, CA

Oversaw administrative operations and fostered a productive research environment.

Director

— Present

ISI’s Intelligent Systems Division • Los Angeles, CA

Led a division of over 100 researchers in artificial intelligence.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.