📍 Fully-funded Ph.D. opportunities starting Fall 2026/Spring 2027/Fall 2027 📍

I'm excited to announce that I will be joining the Industrial & Systems Engineering Department at the University of Houston. I am looking to recruit multiple Ph.D. students to join my research group at the intersection of machine learning, behavioral decision-making, and human-AI interactions. Our work is primarily motivated by transportation and infrastructure applications, including urban mobility, freight and logistics, and AI-mediated infrastructure networks.

🌆 Why Houston?
The University of Houston is a flagship R1 institution and the fourth largest public university in Texas (a rather large state!). Ranked #44 in Industrial and Systems Engineering, the UH Cullen College of Engineering is nationally recognized for its strengths in energy, manufacturing, healthcare systems, and advanced analytics. Its location at the center of Houston (go Rockets 🚀) fosters strong industry partnerships with leading companies in energy, aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and advanced manufacturing, supporting impactful research and career opportunities.

📬 How to apply ⬇️
If you are interested, please send an email to ekinokos2@gmail.com with the subject line “Prospective Student – [YOUR NAME]” and attach your CV, transcript, and a brief research statement. Students will also be recruited during the regular application cycle in December for Fall 2027.