Summary
Christopher Rowley is an Assistant Professor at McMaster University specializing in MRI sequence development to boost image quality and shorten scan times, combining 8+ years of research experience with hands-on programming in MATLAB, C++, Python, Bash, and R. He leads interdisciplinary projects with clinicians, veterinary technicians, and students, translating technical advances into practical imaging workflows. His background in neuroscience and medical physics (PhD and BSc from McMaster) grounds his work in both theory and clinical relevance. Beyond the lab, Christopher channels leadership and communication skills gained running and coaching competitive cycling teams and teaching spin classes—experiences that inform his mentoring style and project management. An effective science communicator, he routinely bridges technical detail and broader impact to accelerate adoption of improved MRI methods.
8 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Neuroscience, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Neuroscience at McMaster University