Yue Zhao

This opportunity is a curated list of over 300 principal investigators (PIs) worldwide who may have PhD openings in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Statistics for Spring/Fall 2026. The list is created by Yue Zhao, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of Southern California, specializing in anomaly and out-of-distribution detection, trustworthy AI, and machine learning systems. Many of the listed faculty are new and have funding to hire PhD students. The Google Sheet allows candidates to filter by region and research area, check if a PI is recruiting for 2026, and find links to personal pages for further information. Applicants are encouraged to reach out individually by email after reviewing PI profiles. The post does not specify detailed eligibility criteria or funding amounts, so candidates should consult individual PI pages for requirements and financial details. The application window is for Spring and Fall 2026, with a recommended deadline of December 28, 2026. This resource is especially useful for students seeking research opportunities in AI, machine learning, and related fields, and may also be helpful for those considering remote internships as a pathway to future PhD positions.