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University: University of Illinois ChicagoCountry: United StatesDeadline: Spring 2026Fields: Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied PhysicsApplications are invited for PhD positions in the Computer Science Department at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), beginning Spring 2026, under the supervision of Dr. Yifan Zhou. The research focus is on developing foundational technologies that enable robots to understand and interact with their environment through proactive engagement, integrating physics modeling and machine learning, especially in low-data regimes.Requirements– Background in computer science, robotics, engineering, or related fields– Interest in physics-based modeling, optimization, machine learning, and hardware design– Motivation to work on interdisciplinary research combining visual-tactile perception and predictive modeling– Ability to communicate research interests and academic background effectivelyApplication ProcessInterested candidates should email Dr. Yifan Zhou at [email protected] with a brief self-introduction and their most recent CV. Please begin your email subject line with [Prospective Student]. Further information about Dr. Zhou's research can be found at

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