Dr. Rick Valenzano

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rick Valenzano is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Toronto Metropolitan University. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Automated Planning, Heuristic Search, Reinforcement Learning, and Sequential Decision Making. Valenzano has contributed significantly to the field through publications and recognized involvement in various program committees and conferences. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computing Science from the University of Alberta and both an MSc and BSc in Computer Science and Mathematics from the University of Toronto.

Research Interests

Artificial Intelligence Automated Planning Heuristic Search Reinforcement Learning Sequential Decision Making

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Toronto Metropolitan University • Toronto, ON

Engages in teaching and research in Computer Science.

Awards

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IJCAI-JAIR Paper Prize

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IJCAI-ECAI Distinguished Program Committee Member Award

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AAAI Outstanding Program Committee Member Award

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Winner Multi-Core Track International Planning Competition

Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related field
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemical Engineering