Dr. Aaron Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Aaron Zhang is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bristol, specializing in video quality assessment, machine learning-based quality metrics, and immersive video technologies. He holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree from Jiao Tong University, as well as a PhD from the University of Bristol. His research contributes significantly to the fields of video coding and perceptual quality optimization, with a focus on dynamic reference frames and codec comparisons. Dr. Zhang has supervised various theses and is involved in innovative projects in drone cinematography and creative technology simulation environments. He is recognized for his work on crowd-sourced subjective testing and frame rate dependent video quality metrics, making impactful contributions to the advancement of visual technology and media production workflows.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.