Dr. Jiaoyang Li

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jiaoyang Li is an Assistant Professor at the Robotics Institute of Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on planning, scheduling, optimization, and learning in large-scale multi-robot coordination systems. He develops fundamental algorithms that enable teams of autonomous agents to accomplish collaborative tasks in dynamic environments. The applications of his research span various domains including mobile robot coordination and automated warehousing, non-holonomic robot teams, drone swarm control, multi-arm assembly, character control in video games, and traffic management in airports and railway networks. His work aims to address challenges related to autonomous cars and road intersections, leading to more intelligent and efficient robotic systems.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.