This program trains comprehensive imaging scientists in the skills necessary to improve the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of human diseases.

The basic requirement to complete this portfolio program is 12 hours of coursework (4 courses), which provide the requisite core knowledge for an imaging scientist. Learn more about portfolio programs at The University of Texas at Austin Graduate School. If you are interested in completing the Imaging Science and Informatics Portfolio Program, please contact the Graduate Program Administrator

Core Areas

  • Instrumentation, Devices, and Contrast Agents
  • Image processing
  • Modeling and visualization
  • Informatics

Required Courses for Portfolio Completion (12 credit hours)

  1. Approved course in Biomedical Imaging Modalities (3 credit hours)
  2. Approved course in Image Processing (3 credit hours)
  3. Approved course in Modeling and Visualization (3 credit hours)
  4. Approved course in Data Mining and Informatics (3 credit hours)

Some, but not necessarily all, of these courses may count toward your doctoral degree requirements as well. Additionally, optional coursework and seminars are available to portfolio students.

Professional Development Opportunities

There are several professional development opportunities related to imaging science and informatics that are recommended for portfolio students:

  • Summer Externship Experience
  • Co-mentorship
  • Professional Responsibilities (ethics) (BME 197E)
  • Graduate Professional Development Seminar (BME 197P)
  • Graduate Research Seminar (BME197S)

Contacts:

Co-Director and Professor H. Grady Rylander

Co-Director and Professor Mia K. Markey

Graduate Program Administrator Jenny Kondo