Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Zachary W. Zhao is a Ph.D. candidate in Robotics Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, specializing in multimodal perception and embodied AI. With over 5 years of experience in computer vision and deep learning, he has contributed to cutting-edge advancements in robotics and autonomous systems through roles at leading research institutions, including the University of Washington and NASA JPL. As the Financial Chair of IEEE Robotics and Automation at WPI, he combines technical expertise with leadership in fostering innovation within the robotics community. His work has been published in renowned journals, and he holds patents in AI-driven technologies, reflecting a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and practical applications.