Yalong Yang

The Immersive Visualization & Interaction Lab (IVI Lab) at Georgia Tech University is recruiting 1–2 fully funded PhD students for Fall 2026. The lab, led by Assistant Professor Yalong Yang, focuses on cutting-edge research in Data Visualization, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and Virtual & Augmented Reality (VR/AR). Students will have the opportunity to design, implement, and evaluate next-generation immersive systems and interactive experiences that shape how humans engage with data and digital environments. The ideal candidate is passionate about VR/AR/VIS/HCI research, has strong programming and technical skills (Unity3D, d3.js, WebXR, or similar), and preferably has first-author publication experience. The lab values collaboration and interdisciplinary work. Funding is fully provided, including tuition and stipend, with support from sponsors such as NSF and Google. Interested applicants should explore the lab’s research at https://ivi.cc.gatech.edu/, then contact Prof. Yalong Yang or current PhD students, submitting an academic CV and a statement of skills, experience, and research interests. The application deadline is December 28, 2026.