Dr. Ming Cao

Professor

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Biography

Ming Cao is a Full Professor at the University of Groningen, leading the Networks and Robotics research group and serving as the Director of the Jantina Tammes School of Digital Society. His research primarily focuses on interdisciplinary applications of mathematics, particularly in the realms of multi-agent systems, autonomous robots, and complex systems networks. His expertise encompasses the dynamics of interactions within networks, making significant contributions to both theoretical advancements and practical applications. Ming is also involved in various prestigious positions, including membership in the Council of the International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC) and the Chair of the Foundation for the 24th World Congress of IFAC. Beyond academia, he offers his insights as an expert to the European Commission in technology and communications networks. He actively engages in research collaborations and advisory roles, contributing to publications and developmental initiatives in the fields of artificial life robotics and mathematical modeling.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.