Core Values

Our lab is dedicated to advancing a fundamental understanding of how to design and build truly intelligent systems through machine learning—an enduring challenge at the heart of artificial intelligence. We pursue this vision by upholding a set of core values that shape our research culture and guide our pursuit of excellence, integrity, and lasting impact.

• Driven by Curiosity: We are motivated by deep intellectual curiosity and a passion for scientific discovery. This intrinsic drive fuels our commitment to pushing the frontiers of knowledge and technology.

• Problem-Oriented Research: While we remain informed by emerging trends, our primary focus is on identifying and solving fundamental problems with long-term significance. We believe that principled, problem-driven research lays the groundwork for transformative innovations.

• Guided Intellectual Freedom: We foster a culture of autonomy and trust, where researchers—including early-career scientists—are encouraged to pursue bold, original ideas. As long as their work aligns with our broader mission of advancing rational intelligence, we support intellectual risk-taking as a catalyst for innovation.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: We bring together faculty, students, engineers, and technicians from diverse backgrounds around shared scientific goals. We believe the most powerful breakthroughs arise from the intersection of disciplines and the synergy between individual creativity and collaborative effort.

We recognize that every major breakthrough begins with the vision and ingenuity of individuals. By creating an environment that empowers people to explore ambitious ideas—independently and collectively—we aim to unlock their full potential, guided by curiosity, purpose, and the freedom to explore new directions.