Welcome to CSDSE

The CSDSE division at NYU Shanghai is at the forefront of cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary innovation, providing students with a dynamic learning environment and a global perspective on the rapidly evolving field of Computer and Data science.

The CSDSE division is committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the ever-evolving fields of computer science and data science engineering. With a world-class faculty conducting groundbreaking research, state-of-the-art facilities, and a diverse and vibrant community, we empower students to tackle real-world challenges and make meaningful contributions to the future of technology.

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  • Professor Yao Wang Explores AI Advances in Video and Health
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    Professor Yao Wang Explores AI Advances in Video and Health

    On March 11, 2026, Professor Yao Wang from NYU Tandon gave a lecture as part of the Distinguished Women in Computing Speaker Series. She spoke about using AI for video streaming and health, highlighting recent research on deep learning for video streaming and health in the NYU Tandon Video Lab. She showcased AI-driven innovations in health applications including work on decoding speech from intracranial neural signals, with the long-term goal of developing neuroprosthetics for individuals with speech impairments. 

  • NYU Shanghai 2026 AI Summer Program Now Open for Applications
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    NYU Shanghai 2026 AI Summer Program Now Open for Applications

    NYU Shanghai launches the second edition of its AI Summer Program for High School Students. This two-week, immersive, English-language program introduces students aged 15–18 to the fundamentals and applications of artificial intelligence, taught by leading AI scholars from CSDSE in collaboration with the NYU Shanghai Center for Data Science.

    For more information, please visit https://shanghai.nyu.edu/academics/summer-academy/ai or contact shanghai.summer.ai@nyu.edu.

  • CSDSE Division Hosts 2025 Senior Capstone Symposium
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    CSDSE Division Hosts 2025 Senior Capstone Symposium

    On December 13, 2025, the 2025 CSDSE Senior Capstone Symposium at NYU Shanghai brought together students and faculty for a dynamic showcase of interdisciplinary capstone projects. Across parallel sessions, students presented innovative work in AI, robotics, data science, urban studies, and social impact, addressing real-world challenges through applied research. The symposium concluded with an award ceremony recognizing outstanding projects and student achievement.

  • Tenured/Tenure-Track Positions Open
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    Tenured/Tenure-Track Positions Open

    NYU Shanghai invites applications for multiple Tenured or Tenure-Track positions in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Data Science. The search is open rank, with preference for mid-career faculty. Outstanding candidates at all levels are encouraged to apply. We seek candidates at all levels who have completed a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related discipline. We invite applications from all areas, with special interest in AI for Health/Education, Systems, Theory, and Human-AI/Computer Interaction.

    For more information about this position and to apply, please follow this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/176211.

  • Students Explore Tencent on Company Tour
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    Students Explore Tencent on Company Tour

    On November 13, CSDSE organized a visit to leading tech company Tencent for over 40 students from multiple majors. Representatives from Tencent gave a comprehensive introduction to the company, including its development history, business lines, products, and organizational structure, and led the group on an interactive guided tour.