Chun-Kit Ngan

Chun-Kit Ngan is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Data Science department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). He holds a Ph.D. in Information Technology from George Mason University, an MBA in Management Information Systems from California State University, Chico, and a BEng in Electronic Engineering from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

His research focuses on Decision Guidance and Support Systems (DGSS), encompassing Decision Optimization Models, Machine/Deep Learning, Data Analytics, Natural Language Processing, and Computer Vision. He develops computational algorithms to enhance decision-making in healthcare, environmental engineering, and robotics. Teaching interests include Database Management, Data Mining, AI, and Software Programming.

Recent research highlights include applying LLMs for medical data parsing, optimizing satellite imagery analysis, and predicting cancer patient outcomes. His work bridges domain knowledge with data-driven approaches, emphasizing actionable recommendations for stakeholders.

Ngan advises projects in AI advancements, including a notable Summer Program highlighted in WPI news. His lab explores interdisciplinary applications of data science across health, engineering, and robotics domains.