About the Department: The primary purpose of George Mason University"s Systems Engineering and Operations Research (SEOR) program is to develop leaders who can solve complex, real-world problems by integrating systems thinking with advanced analytical and computational skills, preparing them for roles in government, industry, and academia. The college stands out for its leading research in areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics engineering, cybersecurity engineering, biomedical imaging and devices, healthcare, autonomous systems, 5G/Next G communications, systems architectures, computational biomedicine, advanced materials and manufacturing, sustainable infrastructure, and more.