1) I have ideas in the following topics:
a) GPU reliability
b) Reliable operation of autonomous driving systems
c) Reliable operation of neural networks
I am open to other ideas as well!
2) Size of my group: 2~4 students.
3) My working style:
Work with my students closely and give full support to my students.
Work hard, play hard.
Be happy and enjoy research.
Never leave things until last minute.
4) Ph.D. students are fully funded.
5) Starting time: Spring 2025 or later.
6) Student requirements:
- High motivation and good communication skills
- Interest and patience in fundamental system research
- System research background is preferred but not necessary
7) I can offer my students:
- Guaranteed funding for Ph.D. students with RA/TA - Based on your preference
- Many doable research ideas
- Very detailed mentoring and frequent communication
- Conference travelling at least once a year
- Internship opportunities in national labs and industry
- Computing resources to boost your research progress
- Full support for job hunting after graduation for academia/research lab/industry positions
- Mental health care (in my opinion very important)
- And more!
If you are interested, please drop me an email at lyang28 AT gmu.edu with your CV and transcript. Or, if you have any questions about research/PhD study/career planning, please feel free to ask me too.
Note that I am only accepting prospective PhD students and GMU undergrad students at this moment. I would like to, but unfortunately I do not have time to deal with new interns and MS students.