About Me

I am an Assistant Professor at Tongji University, specializing in artificial intelligence and multimodal signal processing. My research focuses on developing innovative AI solutions for smart industry and autonomous driving applications.

With a academic background from Fudan University and University of Toronto, I am passionate about advancing the frontiers of AI research while ensuring practical real-world impact.

Quick Facts

Current Position: Assistant Professor
Institution: Tongji University
Research Areas: Artificial Intelligence
Location: Shanghai, China
Email: yang_liu@ieee.org
WeChat ID: yangliuiioi

Education

Comprehensive academic training from leading institutions

2023-2025
Toronto, Canada

PhD in Artificial Intelligence (Joint Program)

University of Toronto, Department of Computer Science

Joint PhD program focusing on multimodal large language models. Conducted research at Vector Institute, collaborating with Prof. Azzedine Boukerche (FCAE, FIEEE) and Victor C.M. Leung (FCAE, FRSC, LFIEEE).

Computer Vision Multimodal AI Vector Institute
2020-2025
Shanghai, China

PhD in Computer Application Technology

Fudan University, Academy for Engineering & Technology

Direct PhD program (recommended without examination) under the supervision of Prof. Song Liang (FCAE). Research focused on anomaly detection, environmental perception, and multimedia analysis. GPA: 3.5/4.0

Anomaly Detection Environmental Perception Multimedia Analysis
2016-2020
Nanjing, China

Bachelor in Automation

Nanjing University, School of Engineering Management

Undergraduate degree in Automation with outstanding academic performance. GPA: 4.5/5.0, Average Score: 91/100. Participated in international exchange program at University of British Columbia (2019).

Automation Control Systems UBC Exchange

Awards & Honors

Recognition for academic excellence and research contributions

National Scholarship (Ph.D.)

MoE of PRC (Top 1%)

2022

IEEE ISHC'21 Best Student Paper

IEEE ISHC'21 Technical Committee (Top 0.5%)

2021

INSAI'24 Best Student Paper

INSAI'24 Technical Committee (Top 0.5%)

2024

National Scholarship for Study Abroad

China Scholarship Council

2023

Oceanwide Scholar Award

China Oceanwide Holdings Group & Fudan University (10 recipients/year)

2023

Baosteel Excellent Student Award

Baosteel Education Fund (Special Grade, Top 10 nationwide)

2023

Professional Service

Continuous Contribution to the academic community!

Editorial & Organization Activities

Editor

Guest Editor for IEEE TCSS and Young Editorial Board Member for AIAS

Special Session Chair

Organizing special session at IEEE ICASSP 26, WF-IoT 2025, etc.

Tutorial/Workshop Co-organizer

Organizing Tutorial and Workshops at PRCV 2025, IEEE ICIP 2025, etc.

Peer Review Activities

Journal Reviewer

Reviewer for IEEE TPAMI, TIP, TNNLS, TII, TITS, TMM, TCSVT, ACM CSUR

Conference Reviewer

Reviewer for NeurIPS, CVPR, ICLR, ECCV, AAAI, ICCV, ACM MM, ICASSP

Area Chairs

AC for IEEE ICIP, BMVC, etc.