Prospective students

My research is primarily in the area of systems and networking, with an emphasis on enhancing networked systems through practical machine learning (ML) techniques. To achieve this, I work with students to build real-world systems, design ML-based policies to optimize system performance, and develop mechanisms to make ML more deployable in practice (e.g., safe, robust, generalizable, and efficient).

Given the interdisciplinary nature of my research, students with expertise in either systems and networking or ML are strongly encouraged to apply to my group. I mostly publish in top-tier systems and networking conferences such as USENIX NSDI and ACM SIGCOMM, but I intend to publish in ML venues whenever applicable.

In my group, you will receive guidance to hone your research and communication skills, along with my full support for your career development. For instance, when there is a good fit, I will be happy to recommend you for summer internships at Microsoft Research, SystemsResearch@Google, or other research labs. It is my goal to help you succeed in your academic and professional pursuits. Additionally, I am committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful research environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

Ph.D. applicants
I will be recruiting multiple Ph.D. students for Fall 2025 to establish my research group at UIUC! Please apply to the CS Ph.D. program by the application deadline (December 15, 2024). Be sure to indicate your interest in working with me in the application, and feel free to also email me your application materials before or immediately after submission. While I may not be able to respond to every message, I do read each one.
Master’s and undergraduate students
Starting in Spring 2025, I will be actively seeking self-motivated master’s and undergraduate students to join my group and work on exciting research projects! Paid research opportunities (including summer internships in my group) are available for exceptional students. If you are interested, please email me your resume, transcript, and estimated time commitment. I will reply and set up a meeting if there is a good match.