PANDA Lab / The University of Hong Kong
Join PANDA Lab
We study robotics and artificial intelligence to build reliable autonomous systems that understand and interact with the physical world. Our research focuses on manipulation and navigation, bringing together perception, learning, planning, and control.
Prospective Students
To express your interest in working with Prof. Jia Pan, please complete the form linked from his HKU faculty page. For prompt review, he asks prospective students to use this form instead of emailing him directly.
Express your interestResearch Interests
Our goal is to make robots more capable, adaptable, and dependable in real-world environments. We are interested in how robots perceive their surroundings, learn transferable skills, manipulate objects, and navigate complex, changing spaces.
Explore our research demos, publications, and people to learn more about the group and how your interests connect with our work.
PhD & MPhil Applications
Prospective research postgraduate students should review the admission requirements and application procedures of HKU's School of Computing and Data Science. A formal application includes a research proposal describing the intended research and approach.
The interest form is an initial enquiry; applicants must also complete HKU's formal admissions process.
Scholarships & Funding
HKU's admissions page provides information on the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship, and postgraduate studentships. Check the official guidance for current eligibility, application rounds, and deadlines.
Collaborations & Contact
For research collaboration enquiries, contact Prof. Jia Pan, Associate Professor at The University of Hong Kong.
jpan [AT] cs [DOT] hku [DOT] hk
Prospective students should use the interest form above.