Anthony Joseph Yezzi

Dr. Anthony Joseph Yezzi excels in the field of Electrical Engineering as a Professor and Hightower Chair at the Georgia Institute of Technology. With a robust academic foundation, he obtained both his bachelor's and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Yezzi's research is at the forefront of image processing and computer vision, with a particular emphasis on medical imaging applications. His work has significantly advanced the understanding and development of technologies in cardiac ultrasound, MRI, and CT imaging. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Yezzi has been recognized with numerous awards and distinctions. Among these, he is a recipient of the prestigious National Science Foundation Faculty CAREER Award, which underscores his commitment to innovative research and education. Additionally, he has been honored with the Ken Byers Endowed Professorship, reflecting his leadership and contributions to the field. Dr. Yezzi is actively involved in various honor societies and technical interest groups, where he collaborates with fellow experts to push the boundaries of knowledge in his areas of interest. His dedication to advancing the field of medical imaging through image processing and computer vision continues to inspire both his peers and students alike.