Unexpected Paths: Georgia Tech Plugged Him In. Now He’s Wired for Problem-Solving

Scott Gilliland’s winding path led to breakthroughs in wearable tech that solve challenges for people with Parkinson’s and help us understand dolphin communication. As a senior research scientist, Gilliland often partners with colleagues in the College of Computing, where he also earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. His work in ubiquitous computing and wearable systems is quietly reshaping how we interact with the world.