Visual Intelligence Laboratory
About Us
The Visual Intelligence Laboratory @ UVA (the “VIVA Lab”) is a research group directed by Professor Stephen Baek at the University of Virginia School of Data Science. We tackle both fundamental and applied research problems in geometric data analysis to understand the roles of geometry in various scientific phenomena. Interested students, researchers, or any other individuals are always welcome to contact us!
Team
Join the Lab
We are always looking for highly motivated students and postdocs interested in working on challenging problems at the intersection of AI and physical systems.
What We Look For
- Curiosity and initiative
- Strong foundation in math (vector calculus, differential equations) and/or physics
- Experience with programming (Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, MATLAB, etc.)
- Ability to work on open-ended, research-driven problems
How to Apply
Postdocs
- Email me directly
PhD Students
- Apply through the official university application process
- Choose between Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Data Science, depending on your interests
- Mention my name in your application
MS / Undergraduate Researchers
- Limited internship positions available each semester
- Preference given to students with:
- Strong commitment to research (remember, research internships require significant time and effort, on top of your coursework)
- Demonstrated work ethics
- Strong math & physics background
How to Reach Out
If you are interested in joining, please send me a concise email including:
- CV / resume
- Brief description of your background
- Specific research interests
- (Optional) links to projects / GitHub
📩 baek (at) virginia (dot) edu
Due to the volume of emails I receive everyday, you may not receive a response.
Alumni
Postdocs & Visiting Scholars
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