Ji Ruan

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About Ji Ruan

Dr. Ji RuanSenior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand (Equivalent to a tenured Associate Professor and PhD supervisor in China)Dr. Ji Ruan has over twenty years of experience in artificial intelligence research and teaching. His work has focused on foundational areas such as knowledge representation and reasoning, multi-agent systems, and game theory. In recent years, he has shifted his research focus toward applied artificial intelligence, particularly innovative exploration in elder care robotics.He holds a diverse and interdisciplinary academic background: a Bachelor's degree in Logic from the Department of Philosophy at Peking University, a Master's degree in Logic from the University of Amsterdam, and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Liverpool. Before joining Auckland University of Technology, he conducted AI-related research at Saint Francis Xavier University in Canada and the University of New South Wales in Australia, gaining extensive international academic experience.In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Ruan places a strong emphasis on physical and mental well-being. He enjoys running and playing badminton. During 2023–2024, he experienced a period of severe depression, but through regular exercise and self-regulated mental adjustment—without the use of medication or professional treatment—he was able to largely recover. He is also open in sharing his personal experiences with students, encouraging young people to maintain a positive and rational attitude when facing pressure.·2023-2024