Network Intelligence and Computing Ecosystem (NICE)
Research Aim
At the NICE Lab, we envision a future where AI and networks converge to create intelligent digital ecosystems. Our mission is to pioneer transformative technologies at this intersection, developing next-generation systems that are both technologically advanced and human-centric, ultimately building the foundation for a fully connected, intelligent world.
NICE@HKU Github: https://github.com/NICE-HKU
Team Members
Researchers
 | Feiran You (Email: youfr@hku.hk) Postdoctoral researcher, since 03/2025 Research interests: Edge intelligence, reinforcement learning Prior Degree: Ph.D., The University of Sydney |
PhD Students
(in alphabetical order by last name)
 | Enhan Li (Email: lienhan_eee@connect.hku.hk) Starting 2025 Research interests: Networking system Prior Degree: M.S., University of Chinese Academy of Sciences |
 | Zongxi Liu (Email: 1754627980@qq.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: Wireless communications Prior Degree: M.S., Nanjing University |
 | Ruoxuan Yang (Email: rosheenanea@outlook.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: Human–computer interaction Prior Degree: M.S., Tsinghua University |
 | Xingkun Yin (Email: xingkunyin@hotmail.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: large language models Prior Degree: M.S., Boston University |
 | Shiyuan Zhang (Email: 15840095453@163.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: Mobile traffic prediction, LLM, diffusion model Prior Degree: M.S., Tsinghua University |
MPhil Students
 | Yunuo Hu (Email: xiran_111@qq.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: LLM Prior Degree: B.S., Tongji University |
 | Yilai Liu (Email: 2369475677@qq.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: LLM, diffusion model Prior Degree: B.S., Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications |
 | Wenqi Pei (Email: wenqipei@foxmail.com) Starting 2025 Research interests: LLM Prior Degree: B.S., National University of Singapore |
Other Supervision
 Yu Cui Intern Beijing Institute of Technology |  Junhao He Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme (URFP), HKU |  Weiqiang Jin Visiting Ph.D. Xi'an Jiaotong University |
 Ziyue Zhou Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme (URFP), HKU |  Jinghao Zhou Visiting undergraduate student Tsinghua University |  Yongjie Zeng Intern China University of Mining and Technology |
Positions
1. PhD Students
Several scholarship opportunities:
- Postgraduate Scholarship (PGS)
- Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)
- HKU Presidential Scholarship (HKU-PS)
2. Postdoctoral Researchers
- Normal track
- RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme
- JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship for Translation and Application
- 香江學者計劃 Hong Kong Scholars Program
3. Visiting Students / Research Assistants / Interns
We welcome outstanding students (including qualified PhD students, master and undergraduate students, either online or in-person) to join our lab and participate in cutting-edge research projects. Priority will be given to students who can build long-term collaboration, HKU students, and those intending to apply for a PhD.
Expectations
Our research is highly interdisciplinary, involving collaboration with experts from AI, networking systems, human–computer interaction, and electrical engineering. Here’s what we’re looking for
- Passion for Learning: Strong self-motivation and ability to quickly learn from new fields.
- Academic Foundation: Academic background in computer science, AI, electrical engineering, electronic information/communication engineering, mathematics, or related fields. Candidates with bachelor’s degrees from 985 / QS Top 50 universities or 211 / QS Top 80 universities + strong publication records are encouraged due to HKU committee considerations.
- Experience: Relevant research experience and coding ability demonstrated through papers, projects, or competitions.
- Personal Qualities: Responsibility, reliability, and good communication skills.
- Graduation Requirements: A PhD degree is just a ticket for your future career, so there is NO requirement for the NUMBER of papers. Instead, the graduation requirement is for us to work together to help you find a satisfactory job, which marks the success of our collaborative journey.
How to apply
If you’re interested in joining NICE Lab or would like more information, please contact me:
- Email: duhy@hku.hk
- Subject Line: PhD/PostDoc/xx Application-University-Name
- Attachments: CV, undergraduate transcripts, relevant publications, and research statement (optional; one page discussing your research background and its relevance to my work)
Because of the high volume of emails I receive, I may not be able to respond to everyone, including some excellent applicants. However, please note that I do read every email and will reply to those that are most relevant to my research. I wish everyone the best of luck in finding the position that suits them best.