Head of Department - Professor Daniel Alexander

Learn more about UCL Computer Science's Head of Department, Professor Daniel Alexander.

Professor Daniel Alexander smiling at the camera

Professor Daniel Alexander, known as Danny, took up the position of Head of Department at UCL Computer Science in September 2024.  

He previously served as Director of the Centre for Medical Image Computing (CMIC) since 2015 and Deputy Head of Computer Science since 2018. 

His core expertise lies in computer science, computational modelling, machine learning, and imaging science. He has initiated multiple research areas and groups including the Microstructure Imaging Group and the Progression of Neurodegenerative Diseases initiative. He has a strong focus on translating innovations in computer science to application and impact, for example through his work as the theme lead for the UCLH Biomedical Research Centre Healthcare Engineering and Imaging theme.  

In 2024, Professor Alexander was named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for his outstanding contributions to medical imaging and analysis. He was also elected a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2022, recognising his significant contributions to engineering and innovation.  

Professor Alexander’s academic career began with a BA in Mathematics from Oxford University, completed in 1993, followed by an MSc and PhD in Computer Science from UCL, which he completed in 1997.   

After a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, he returned to UCL as a lecturer in 2000 and was appointed Professor of Imaging Science in 2009.  

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