Dr. Kai Li

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Biography

Kai Li is the Paul M. Wythes '55 P86 Marcia R. Wythes P86 Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Princeton University. He received his Ph.D. from Yale University in 1986, where he also earned his M.S. and M.Phil. degrees in 1983. Earlier, he obtained his M.S. from the University of Science and Technology in China in 1984 and his B.S. from Jilin University in Changchun in 1977. His research spans computational biology, computer architecture, systems, and networks, with a particular focus on advanced manufacturing, integration, and scalable structures. As a notable figure in computer science, he contributes to a variety of projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and capabilities of technological applications in scientific research.

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Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.