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Faculty & Research
The Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering boasts a rich heritage of educational excellence and groundbreaking research dating back to 1891. Our focus on innovation in electrical engineering and systems science and engineering has helped students become Nobel laureates, founders of transformative companies and leaders driving global change.
To address some of society's most pressing challenges, our research is concentrated in four key areas: applied physics, devices & circuits, signals & imaging, and systems science. From pioneering work in quantum engineering and nanophotonics to advancements in molecular imaging, control systems, robotics, and machine learning, ESE faculty and students regularly publish their discoveries in prestigious journals and conferences. Our research funding originates from diverse sources, including federal agencies, corporations, foundations, and internal university support.
Strong Mentorship
We build skills under the leadership of world-renowned investigators.
Research Training
We ensure trainees have the skills they'll need to become leaders in the field.
Flexible Curriculum
We balance fundamental theoretical concepts with real-world applications.
Award-winning Faculty
Our active group of faculty enhance their fields with new discoveries.
Inside the research
Ulugbek Kamilov and the Computational Imaging Group at WashU focuses on integrating AI, imaging, and signal processing. They develop theoretical models and apply them to real-world challenges, such as improving MRI and CT systems. Through interdisciplinary collaborations, students gain hands-on experience, addressing data limitations and advancing imaging quality in medicine and science.
State-of-the-art facilities
Our core facilities are full-service centers that provide the most advanced technology to support basic and translational research.
Since 2000, more than $275 million has been invested in new and renovated engineering space.
