The UCLA Samueli School of Engineering has recently added two new faculty members to its Computer Science Department, bringing expertise in areas such as software systems and quantum computing, enriching the department’s research and teaching capabilities.
Yangruibo (Robin) Ding will join UCLA Samueli as an assistant professor of computer science in July 2026. Ding’s research focuses on developing large language models (LLMs) and agentic systems for software engineering (SE). Most recently, he is interested in training LLMs with advanced symbolic reasoning capabilities (e.g., debugging, testing, program analysis, verification) and building efficient, collaborative agentic systems for complex software development and maintenance tasks. Ding earned his PhD from Columbia University.
Hanrui Wang will join UCLA Samueli as an assistant professor of computer science in November 2027. Wang’s research centers on the intersection of machine learning, computer architecture, and quantum computing. He aims to enhance the synergy between AI and quantum computing by developing quantum computing applications and co-designs that improve the efficiency and speed of AI computations, as well as using AI techniques to optimize quantum-computing systems for greater reliability. Wang earned his doctorate in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT, where he contributed to the Enabling Practical-scale Quantum Computing Expedition. He has received rising star awards from the International Solid-State Circuits Conference and MLCommons, along with best paper awards at various international conferences. Wang holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Fudan University in Shanghai.
Together, these new faculty members bring a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment at UCLA Computer Science, further strengthening the department’s reputation as a leader in cutting-edge research and education.