Meet Professor Chen Tsuhan: Vice President of Research and Technology at NUS

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. About Professor Chen Suhuan
3. The Journey to Becoming a Vice President
4. NUS' Role in the National AI Program
5. NUS' Contribution to the Global AI Landscape
6. Managing AI Research at NUS

Introduction

Welcome back to CS324, Machine Learning! In today's guest lecture, we have the privilege of hosting Professor Chen Suhuan, the Vice President of Research and Technology at NUS. Professor Chen is not only a distinguished academic but also a vital link between NUS and AI Singapore, the national initiative for AI development.

About Professor Chen Suhuan

Let's begin with a brief introduction of Professor Chen Suhuan. As the Deputy President for Research and Technology at NUS, he provides support and oversight to researchers across the campus. His role involves assisting researchers in the grant application process, organizing workshops, and fostering technology development. With a career that spans from image processing and pattern recognition to computer vision and machine learning, Professor Chen brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

The Journey to Becoming a Vice President

Professor Chen's journey in academia started with a PhD from Caltech, where he focused on image processing and object recognition. Following that, he joined the renowned AT&T Bell Laboratories and transitioned his research to video coding and standardization efforts. However, his passion for teaching and research led him to take up an academic position at Carnegie Mellon University and later become the Department Head of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cornell University. Throughout his career, he witnessed the transformation of the field from image understanding and pattern recognition to the integration of machine learning algorithms in solving complex problems.

NUS' Role in the National AI Program

NUS has a critical role to play in the national AI program of Singapore. As the headquarters of AI Singapore, NUS leads the promotion of research, development, and deployment of AI-related technologies across the nation. Within the campus, NUS has established the Innovation 4.0 building, which houses the AI Singapore Hack Office and various related programs. These programs encompass not only AI and machine learning but also optimization, cybersecurity, data science, and operations research. This vibrant ecosystem fosters collaboration, innovation, and the development of cutting-edge technologies that contribute to the vision of a smart nation.

NUS' Contribution to the Global AI Landscape

NUS' influence in the AI landscape extends beyond Singapore. With its comprehensive programs and interdisciplinary collaborations, NUS is making an impact worldwide. The research conducted at NUS covers a wide range of AI applications, enabling breakthroughs in various domains. From Healthcare and transportation to finance and social sciences, NUS researchers are pushing the boundaries of AI's capabilities. By leveraging its expertise, infrastructure, and partnerships, NUS is poised to make significant contributions to the advancement of AI on a global Scale.

Managing AI Research at NUS

While research cannot be managed in the traditional sense, NUS provides a supportive environment for researchers to flourish. Professor Chen emphasizes the importance of nurturing Curiosity and empowering researchers to pursue their ideas. As the Vice President of Research and Technology, his role involves curating teams across campus, organizing workshops, and creating platforms for collaboration. By fostering a culture of interdisciplinary research and providing the necessary resources, NUS enables researchers to push the boundaries of AI and drive innovation.

In the post-half of the lecture, we will delve deeper into the insights and experiences of Professor Chen Suhuan. Stay tuned to gain valuable insights into the world of AI research and the future of AI at NUS.