Join MILab
I welcome students interested in multimodal AI, world models, visual navigation, transportation, and public safety. At the Multimodal Intelligence Lab (MILab), our research connects fundamental modeling questions with practical systems and real-world evaluation.
Explore our publications and current team to learn about the research questions, recent projects, and student contributions.
Prospective graduate students
I primarily recruit Ph.D. and master’s students through the Computer Science & Systems (CSS) programs at UW Tacoma. Please email me about your research interests and intended degree program so we can discuss the fit between your goals and our work.
Ph.D. study
Please contact me before applying to discuss potential research directions and an advising match. Consult the CSS Ph.D. program for current admissions requirements and application information, including the process for identifying an initial faculty advisor.
Master’s thesis research
The CSS M.S. program includes a thesis pathway for students interested in research. I welcome inquiries about a thesis or research project with MILab, from defining a focused question to implementing methods, evaluating results, and writing up the findings.
Current UW students
Graduate research and co-advising
I welcome graduate students across UW, including CSE and ECE. Depending on your program’s requirements, we can discuss thesis supervision, research collaboration, co-advising, or doctoral committee service.
Undergraduate research
Undergraduates across UW are welcome to contact me about independent study, faculty-supervised research, and design projects related to multimodal AI and world models.
We can identify a suitable starting point based on your interests, relevant coursework, previous projects, and the time you can devote to developing research skills and contributing to a project.
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Contact
Email zhiqics@uw.edu with a short introduction and the details below. This helps me understand your background, research interests, and the type of opportunity you would like to explore.
- Background: your CV or résumé and your current or intended degree program.
- Research interests: questions you would like to explore, with links to relevant projects, code, or papers if available.
- Plans: your intended starting term and availability for research alongside coursework or other commitments.
Office: Milgard Hall, Room 221.6, University of Washington Tacoma. UW Directory · Graduate Faculty Directory