Gregory Shakhnarovich

An active participant in shaping policies on computational vision and machine learning, Gregory Shakhnarovich serves as a Professor at the Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago and holds a part-time professorship in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. His research interests are vast and encompass areas such as vision and language, machine learning, sign language, computer vision, image understanding, and the perception of the 3D world from images and videos. Professor Shakhnarovich is at the forefront of advancing the field of automatic processing and recognition of sign language, contributing significantly to the development of technologies that bridge the gap between human communication and machine understanding. He leads the Perception And Learning Systems (PALS) group, where he mentors students and collaborates with fellow researchers to push the boundaries of what machines can perceive and understand. In his academic role, Gregory has been instrumental in designing and teaching courses like Introduction to Machine Learning and Introduction to Computer Vision, both at TTIC and the University of Chicago. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical applications, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges in the rapidly evolving field of computer science. Beyond his research and teaching, Professor Shakhnarovich is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that encourages diversity of thought and innovation. His work not only contributes to the academic community but also has practical implications in various industries, from healthcare to autonomous systems, making a tangible impact on society.