Wei Ding
About Wei Ding
Wei Ding is a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston and a Program Director at the National Science Foundation, both roles he has held since 2019. He specializes in data mining, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on interdisciplinary research that connects these fields to environmental sciences.
Work at UMass Boston
Wei Ding has been a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2019. Prior to this role, he served as an Associate Professor from 2014 to 2019 and as an Assistant Professor from 2008 to 2014. Additionally, he was an Affiliate Faculty member in the Environmental, Earth and Ocean Sciences Department from 2010 to 2014. His tenure at UMass Boston spans over a decade, during which he has contributed to the academic community and engaged in interdisciplinary research.
Current Role at National Science Foundation
Since 2019, Wei Ding has held the position of Program Director at the National Science Foundation (NSF) in Alexandria, VA. In this role, he oversees programs that align with his expertise in data mining and environmental sciences. His work at NSF complements his academic responsibilities and allows him to influence research funding and initiatives in his fields of interest.
Education and Expertise
Wei Ding earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Xi'an Jiaotong University, completing his studies from 1989 to 1993. He later obtained a Master of Science in Software Engineering from George Mason University between 1998 and 2000. He achieved his Ph.D. in Data Mining, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence from the University of Houston from 2003 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in computational semantics and natural language processing.
Previous Academic Positions
Before his current roles, Wei Ding worked at the University of Houston - Clear Lake as a Lecturer in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems from 2002 to 2008. He also held various positions at the University of Massachusetts Boston, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. His extensive experience in academia spans multiple institutions and roles, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of computer science education.
Research Interests
Wei Ding's research interests focus on the applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence in various fields, including astronomy, geosciences, and environmental sciences. He engages in interdisciplinary research that integrates data mining techniques with environmental studies, aiming to advance knowledge and practical applications in these areas.