Chuchu Chen

The EPIC Lab at The George Washington University, led by Assistant Professor Chuchu Chen, is recruiting PhD students for Fall 2026. The lab focuses on cutting-edge research in robotics, physical AI, embodied intelligence, sensor fusion, state estimation, and system identification. Students will have the opportunity to work on multi-sensor fusion and perception for robotics and XR, contributing to the development of advanced robotic systems and intelligent physical agents. Applicants should have hands-on experience with robotics, strong skills in mathematics, algorithms, and programming, and a passion for creative and innovative work in robotics. The lab values curiosity, creativity, and excitement about robots, and seeks candidates who are eager to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic research environment. Professor Chuchu Chen, who completed her PhD under Prof. Guoquan Huang at the University of Delaware, brings a fresh perspective to academic life and emphasizes the importance of focus, health, scientific rigor, bravery, communication, independence, perseverance, and kindness in research. Her personal reflections on the PhD journey highlight the challenges and rewards of academic research, and she encourages prospective students to enjoy the journey and embrace the complexity and beauty of academia. Funding details are not explicitly provided, but PhD positions at GWU typically include tuition coverage and a stipend. Interested candidates should prepare a CV, transcript, and optional publications, and email them to [email protected] along with a statement explaining their motivation for joining the EPIC Lab. The application deadline is December 28, 2025. For more information about Professor Chen and her research, visit her academic page at chuchuchen.net and her LinkedIn profile. The EPIC Lab offers a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment for students interested in robotics, AI, and sensor technologies.

EPIC Lab (Estimation, Perception & Intelligent Computing) in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at The George Washington University is recruiting fully funded PhD students for Fall 2027 and postdoctoral researchers . The lab, led by Assistant Professor Chuchu Chen , focuses on probabilistic state estimation , robot perception , and Physical AI , with an emphasis on building intelligent systems that can operate reliably in the real world. The post highlights a research culture that values both rigorous thinking and real-system experimentation. Relevant study areas include Robotics , Mechanical Engineering , Aerospace Engineering , Electrical Engineering , and related work in SLAM, VIO, multimodal perception, and state estimation. GWU is located in Washington, D.C. , offering proximity to federal research agencies, government organizations, and industry partners. Funding: PhD positions are explicitly stated to be fully funded. No additional funding details are provided for the postdoctoral roles. How to apply: Email [email protected] with the subject line [PhD Application 2027] Your Name if applying for the PhD opening. Include your CV, unofficial transcript, and 1–2 short paragraphs describing your background, research interests, and fit with EPIC Lab. Postdoctoral candidates are also encouraged to contact the PI by email. Application window: Fall 2027 PhD intake.