Yongqiang Chen

Yongqiang Chen is a Professor at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in the School of Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Engineering. With over 15 years of continuous research contributions spanning from 2005 to 2025, Dr. Chen has established himself as a versatile scholar working at the intersection of theoretical mathematics, machine learning, and practical engineering applications.

Dr. Chen's research expertise encompasses:

• Machine Learning and Causal Inference, with recent focus on large language models and out-of-distribution generalization
• Signal and Image Processing, particularly in keyword spotting and watermarking applications
• Optimization Algorithms for engineering and management problems
• Theoretical Mathematics, including partition functions and combinatorial identities
• Engineering Management and Project Governance in construction contexts

His recent publication trajectory (2023-2025) reveals a strategic evolution toward integrating causal reasoning with modern neural architectures, while maintaining strong connections to practical applications. Dr. Chen's work demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary range, bridging pure mathematics with cutting-edge AI development and engineering solutions. His publications in venues like AAAI, NeurIPS, and IEEE Transactions reflect both theoretical rigor and practical relevance across multiple domains including renewable energy, neuroscience, and construction management.

Dr. Chen maintains active collaborations with researchers across institutions, particularly with Bo Han on causal language models, James Cheng and Yiping Ke on brain network analysis, and various colleagues in engineering management. His research group appears to focus on developing theoretically sound yet practically applicable computational frameworks that address real-world challenges while advancing fundamental knowledge in machine learning and optimization.