Dr. Quanyan Zhu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Quanyan Zhu is an Associate Professor at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, specializing in game theory, control theory, and cyber-physical systems. His research encompasses risk management, smart grids, and wireless networks, focusing on the development of game-theoretic tools for resilient and secure control in complex energy systems. Zhu holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has published several significant works in his field, including contributions to game theory applications in cybersecurity. He is actively involved in guiding and mentoring students in various research projects, including those related to smart cities and next-generation systems control. Zhu has presented at multiple international conferences and is recognized for his contributions to understanding interdependent networks and cybersecurity in critical infrastructures. He continues to work on developing advanced systems that can adapt to changing environments and adversarial behaviors while fostering interdisciplinary collaborations in the areas of system engineering and smart technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2013-08-01 — 2013-12-01

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ, USA

Conducted research in cybersecurity and game theory.

Courses

Feedback Control Systems Game Theory Reinforcement Learning Cyber-Physical Human Networks Convex Optimization Optimal Control Cyber Physical System Security Stochastic Processes Control Introduction System Engineering System Optimization Methods

Requirements for New York University Tandon School of Engineering

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or preparatory discipline Sufficient mathematics preparation
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.