Dr. Wenqi Cui

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Wenqi Cui is an Assistant Professor at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, specializing in the intersection of control, machine learning, reinforcement learning, and optimization within sustainable power energy systems. With a PhD from the University of Washington, and postdoctoral experience at Caltech, Cui has developed fundamental theories and algorithms to tackle challenges in decarbonizing energy systems while providing safe and robust AI-based solutions for real-world applications. His efforts have garnered several prestigious awards, including the Pioneer Postdoctoral Fellowship and Rising Stars recognition in both EECS and Cyber-Physical Systems. He is committed to mentoring self-motivated PhD students and postdocs, with new opportunities available starting in Fall 2025. Cui's research interests encompass power energy systems, control, optimization, machine learning, and reinforcement learning, reinforcing his commitment to pioneering advancements in these critical fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Scholar

— Present

California Institute of Technology • California

Postdoctoral research in power energy systems and machine learning.

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

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