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BS in Computer Science and Behavioral Neuroscience

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The BS in Computer Science and Behavioral Neuroscience is a combined major (Khoury College and the College of Science) designed for students interested in applying mathematical and computational methodologies toward understanding human behavior, artificial intelligence, and the human-machine interface. You’ll gain the strong foundation needed to explore brain mechanisms, behavior, and pathological states using computational approaches while also developing top-notch skills in software development.

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Predrag Radivojac

Predrag Radivojac

Predrag Radivojac is a professor and associate dean of research at Khoury College. His work strives to grasp the molecular basis for higher-level phenotypes and genetic disorders, and to develop algorithms and analysis techniques related to the function of biological macromolecules, mass spectrometry proteomics, genome interpretation, and precision health.

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