Dr. Jinyang Li

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Biography

Jinyang Li is a Professor in the Computer Science Department at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. His research focuses on machine learning systems, distributed parallel computing, and database systems. He is particularly interested in building system abstractions to simplify the development of distributed parallel applications, utilizing modern hardware for performance optimization, and enhancing overall system reliability. Jinyang has worked with a talented group of students, collaborating on various projects and publishing their work. Some notable projects include Grendel, a distributed 3D Gaussian Splatting training system designed for unprecedented scaling, and advancements in point-based rendering algorithms for 3D reconstruction. Jinyang is also actively involved in teaching, supervising Ph.D. candidates, including Aurojit Panda, Ding Haitian Jiang, Jinkun Lin, David Pissara, Anqi Zhang, Hexu Zhao, and Daniel Qian, as well as co-advising students like Anirudh Sivaraman.

Research Interests

Courses

Machine Learning Systems Computer Systems Organization

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.