Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Education
- 2010, Doctoral Degree, Neuroscience, University of Minnesota - Minneapolis
- 2005, Master's Degree, Robotics, University of Minnesota - Minneapolis
- 2003, Master's Degree, Robotics, Technical University of Crete
- 2002, Bachelor's Degree, Industrial Engineering, Technical University of Crete
Biography
Prof. Vasileios Christopoulos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Southern California (USC). He also holds positions as a Visiting Associate in the Division of Biology and Biological Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. Before joining USC, Prof. Christopoulos was an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of California, Riverside. He earned his BSc in Industrial Engineering from the Technical University of Crete, Greece, and completed his PhD in Computer Science with a minor in Cognitive Sciences at the University of Minnesota. He has also served as Research Faculty and Director of Neurotechnology at the T&C Chen Brain-Machine Interface Center at Caltech.
Research Summary
Prof. Christopoulos' research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying higher-order cognitive functions, such as decision-making, motor learning, and motor control. In recent years, he has expanded his research to include clinical studies on patients with brain and spinal cord injuries. His work encompasses intracortical Brain-Machine Interface research in individuals with tetraplegia and the use of functional ultrasound imaging in patients undergoing surgery for brain and spinal cord disorders. His innovative research aims to bridge the gap between basic neuroscience and clinical applications, contributing to advancements in neurotechnology and neurorehabilitation.
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