Dr. Hang Ma

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hang Ma is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University. His research interests primarily lie in artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine learning. He focuses on topics such as automated planning, multi-agent/robot systems, and spatio-temporal constraint reasoning, with a keen interest in applications of probabilistic methods in areas related to graphs, combinatorial optimization, and algorithms. He received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. His work has been recognized at various prestigious conferences, and he has received several awards, underscoring his contributions to the fields of AI and robotics. Through his research lab, he aims to explore innovative solutions to complex problems in human-robot interaction and multi-robot coordination. He encourages motivated students interested in AI and robotics to apply to his research group.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-12-01 — Present

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, BC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in areas of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy