Yingshu Li

Dr. Yingshu Li is a Professor at Georgia State University’s Department of Computer Science and an affiliated faculty member at the INSPIRE Center. Her academic journey includes a B.S. from Beijing Institute of Technology, and M.S. and Ph.D. from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.

Research Interests:

• Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT)
• Privacy-aware Computing
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Social Networks
• Wireless Networking

Recent Publication Trends focus on generative AI for heterogeneous data, federated learning, blockchain for privacy in IoT, digital twin applications in vehicular networks, and privacy-aware systems. These works span computer science, artificial intelligence, and wireless communication.

Scientific Awards:

• NSF CAREER Award recipient
• 2021 Outstanding Graduate Director Award
• 2022 N²Women: Stars in Computer Networking and Communications
• Included in The World’s Top 2% Scientists (2020–2024)

Editorial and Leadership Roles include top-tier journal editorships (ACM Transactions on Sensor Networks, IEEE Transactions) and leadership in international conferences (Steering Committee Chair, General Chair, Program Chair). Her research has secured funding from the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of State, and global sponsors. Dr. Li has supervised over 20 Ph.D. students, many of whom hold academic positions. She co-develops Eureka Labs, a platform for cybersecurity education.