Jingbo Shang

Committed to mentoring the next generation in the fields of data mining, natural language processing, and machine learning, Jingbo Shang is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, San Diego. With a robust academic background, he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), where he honed his expertise in extracting knowledge from text data. Professor Shang's research is distinguished by its innovative approach to structured data and database management. His work has garnered significant recognition, including the prestigious Google Ph.D. Fellowship in Structured Data and Database Management. Additionally, his contributions to the field have been celebrated with the Grand Prize in the Yelp Dataset Challenge, underscoring his ability to apply theoretical insights to practical, real-world problems. In his role at UC San Diego, Professor Shang is dedicated to advancing the frontiers of computer science through both his research and his commitment to teaching. He actively engages with students, fostering an environment where emerging scholars can thrive and contribute to the evolving landscape of technology and data science. His passion for discovery and education continues to inspire those around him, making a lasting impact on the academic community.