Cui Research Group PhD Candidates

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Seeking Ph.D. Students

Are you a passionate, forward-thinking individual with a knack for computer science and an insatiable curiosity for the world of biology and medicine? Join the Cui Research Group at RIT and their dynamic team of Ph.D. students in the exciting field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Biology.

Cutting-Edge Research Areas

  • Dive into the world of Graph Neural Networks (GNN) to decode complex biological data, from protein-protein interactions to genomics.
  • Pioneer continual learning strategies, allowing AI to adapt and evolve with medical data.
  • Harness the power of large language models to unlock invaluable insights from vast biomedical text datasets, revolutionizing healthcare understanding.

What are the Requirements?

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields.
  • Students must be enrolled in the Computing and Information Sciences Ph.D. program offered by the RIT Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences.
  • Some biology knowledge and a strong appetite for collaborating with biologists.
  • Ninja-level programming skills in Python, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
  • Bonus points for prior experience in GNN, continual learning, or large language models. 
  • A relentless passion for solving complex problems and diving headfirst into interdisciplinary research.
  • Stellar communication and teamwork skills.

What's in it for You?

  • Be a part of the groundbreaking journey shaping the future of AI in biology and medicine.
  • Work hand-in-hand with industry-leading researchers and experts in their labs, including Dr. Feng Cui and other faculty in the Golisano College.
  • Immerse yourself in a nurturing and collaborative research environment.
  • Access top-tier facilities and resources.
  • Enjoy competitive stipends and benefits.

Join us on this exhilarating quest to revolutionize the world of AI and biology.
Your future in cutting-edge research begins here at RIT! 
 

Learn more about the Computing and Information Sciences Ph.D. degree and how to apply.
Priority Application Deadline is December 31 (rolling thereafter). For inquiries or additional information, contact Dr. Feng Cui.
Dr. Cui is an affiliated faculty member of the RIT Golisano College for Computing and Information Sciences.