Andrew Zheng

About Me

My research interests lie in the explainability of AI agents through theoretical approaches, particularly within reinforcement learning algorithms. Aside from school, I really enjoying teaching and playing chess, basketball and ice hockey.

Research Interests

• LLMs: Reinforcement Learning, Reasoning, Database vectorization, Signal Denoising, Computer Vision, Theory
• Quantum Computing: Simulation, Algorithms

Projects

Efficient Bandit Search of Correct Reasoning Paths

• Implemented an efficient Monte Carlo Tree Search of LLM reasoning traces using shallow rollouts
• Code: [Link], preprint: [Link]

Quantum Simulation Project (Ongoing)

• Implemented python package for quantifying error of simulating translationally invariant Hamiltonians using product formula approximations.
• Check out my slideshow presentation on this research project!
• Close to wrapping up. Code is granted upon request.

ClearCOMM

• Implemented A Deep Neural Network capable of real-time noise cancellation on edge devices.
• Presented model choices in this preprint
• Code: [Link]

NLP Information Storage and Retrieval

• This project is a survey on query-document vectorization.

Other Experiences

Chess: Achievements:

• Scholastic Maryland State Champion for years 2014 – 2017, 2020
• Maryland Sweet 16 Champion in the 5th Grade, achieving full scholarship to University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• Achieved National Master Title at age 12
• Current Team: Represented UMD Chess Team in Pan American Chess Championships 2021, 2022
• Community Service: Hosted public lessons at local community college, Private Tutor

My Chess.com Account: bravehorse

Ice Hockey: Achievements:

• Howard County All-Star 2016-2020
• 2x Maryland Student Hockey League Second Team All-State
• Last Ice Hockey Team: Washington Little Caps AAA U18
• Community Service: Skated with many disabled players, Instructor for Asian Ice Hockey Camp

Basketball:

• Rec Center Role Player

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