International Students' Research Sharing and Networking Luncheon

At noon on November 27, the Internationalization Office of the School of Computer Science successfully held an engaging and unique research sharing session for international students. The event attracted 23 international students currently studying in the School of Computer Science, hailing from countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia, Singapore, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The event was also attended by Associate Dean Professor Zhou Minghui, professor Zhang Ming and professor Liu Guyue, and staff members Yang Shu and He Wenbin from the Internationalization Office.

The session began with an enthusiastic opening speech by Vice Dean Professor Zhou Minghui. She warmly welcomed all participants and expressed her hope that the session would serve as a platform for academic exchange, fostering understanding among peers while providing an enjoyable opportunity to connect over lunch.

Following the opening remarks, three international student representatives delivered captivating research presentations:

Iaroslav Ponomarenko, a Russian master's student (advisor: Professor Dong Hao), shared his research titled "Injecting Robot Affordance and Physically Grounded Information into Multimodal Large Language Models." He provided a detailed explanation of his methodology and progress, which captivated the audience. The session was followed by lively discussions and active questions from his peers.

David Hong, a Canadian master's student (advisor: Professor Zhang Shanghang), presented his research in the field of embodied intelligence, featuring multiple video demonstrations of experiments involving robots, robotic arms, and virtual environments. He also introduced his hobbies outside of research, such as tennis, basketball, horseback riding, and traveling, highlighting the balance between academic pursuits and personal life.

Jun Hoong Chan, a Malaysian Ph.D. student (advisor: Professor Shi Boxin), shared his progress on "Reinforcement Learning-Based Illumination Planning for Photometric Stereo." He offered an in-depth analysis of the research challenges, solutions, and potential applications, earning rounds of applause from the audience.

After the presentations, participants enjoyed a delightful lunch, engaging in meaningful discussions about research, studies, and life. These interactions sparked fresh ideas and fostered deeper understanding among students and faculty, further inspiring opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration.

This international students' research sharing session showcased the School of Computer Science's commitment to promoting global collaboration and cultural exchange. It provided a platform for students and faculty to broaden their horizons and expand their networks. Looking ahead, the School will continue to support and engage its international student community, striving to build a harmonious, diverse, and vibrant global academic community.