Dr. Dirk Schnieders
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
School of Computing and Data Science
The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
Email: [email protected] (preferred), [email protected], [email protected]
TEACHING (HKU)
- 2024-25. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision.
- 2024-25. COMP7404C. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning.
- 2024-25. CCST9049. The Metaverse: From Human Vision to Extended Reality.
- 2024-25. COMP3270A. Artificial Intelligence. 114 students.
- 2024-25. COMP7404A. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 144 students.
- 2024-25. ENGG1330A1 - M2. Computer Programming I. 607 students.
- 2024-25. ARIN7001. Foundations of Artificial Intelligence. 119 students.
- 2023-24. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision. 56 students.
- 2023-24. COMP7404C. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 109 students.
- 2023-24. CCST9049. The Metaverse: From Human Vision to Extended Reality. 99 students.
- 2023-24. COMP3270A. Artificial Intelligence. 101 students.
- 2023-24. COMP7404B. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 122 students.
- 2023-24. ENGG1330A1 - M2. Computer Programming I. 535 students.
- 2023-24. ARIN7001. Foundations of Artificial Intelligence. 110 students.
- 2022-23. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision. 61 students.
- 2022-23. COMP7404B. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 79 students.
- 2022-23. CCST9049. The Metaverse: From Human Vision to Extended Reality. 115 students.
- 2022-23. COMP3270A. Artificial Intelligence. 85 students.
- 2022-23. COMP7404A. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 148 students.
- 2022-23. ENGG1330A1 - M2. Computer Programming I. 612 students.
- 2022-23. ARIN7001. Foundations of Artificial Intelligence. 106 students.
- 2021-22. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision. 30 students.
- 2021-22. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 53 students.
- 2021-22. COMP3270B. Artificial Intelligence. 88 students.
- 2021-22. COMP3270A. Artificial Intelligence. 91 students.
- 2021-22. COMP7404A. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 83 students.
- 2021-22. COMP7404B. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 72 students.
- 2021-22. ENGG1330A1 - M2. Computer Programming I. 481 students.
- 2020-21. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision. 51 students.
- 2020-21. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 46 students.
- 2020-21. COMP3270B. Artificial Intelligence. 56 students.
- 2020-21. COMP7404C. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 70 students.
- 2020-21. COMP3314A. Machine Learning. 70 students.
- 2020-21. COMP7404A. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 82 students.
- 2020-21. ENGG1330A1 - M2. Computer Programming I. 493 students.
- 2019-20. COMP7502. Image Processing & Computer Vision. 89 students.
- 2019-20. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 92 students.
- 2019-20. COMP3270B. Artificial Intelligence. 43 students.
- 2019-20. COMP7404D. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 52 students.
- 2019-20. ENGG1330A1 - M1. Computer Programming I. 507 students.
- 2019-20. COMP3270A. Artificial Intelligence. 95 students.
- 2019-20. COMP7404A. Computational Intelligence & Machine Learning. 84 students.
- 2018-19. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 75 students.
- 2018-19. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 114 students.
- 2018-19. COMP7404B. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 96 students.
- 2018-19. COMP3314. Machine Learning. 89 students.
- 2018-19. COMP3270. Artificial Intelligence. 112 students.
- 2018-19. ENGG1330A1 - AF. Computer Programming I. 477 students.
- 2017-18. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 34 students.
- 2017-18. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 116 students.
- 2017-18. COMP7404. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 100 students.
- 2017-18. ENGG1202B. Introduction to Computer Science. 140 students.
- 2017-18. ENGG1111C - D. Computer Programming and Applications. 117 students.
- 2017-18. ENGG1202A. Introduction to Computer Science. 148 students.
- 2016-17. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 43 students.
- 2016-17. CCST9049. From Human Vision to Machine Vision. 69 students.
- 2016-17. COMP7404. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 100 students.
- 2016-17. ENGG1202B. Introduction to Computer Science. 105 students.
- 2016-17. ENGG1111E - F. Computer Programming and Applications. 111 students.
- 2016-17. ENGG1202A. Introduction to Computer Science. 100 students.
- 2015-16. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 52 students.
- 2015-16. COMP7404. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 95 students.
- 2015-16. ENGG1202B. Introduction to Computer Science. 100 students.
- 2015-16. ENGG1111E - F. Computer Programming and Applications. 96 students.
- 2015-16. ENGG1202A. Introduction to Computer Science. 100 students.
- 2014-15. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 72 students.
- 2014-15. COMP7404. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 85 students.
- 2014-15. ENGG1111C. Computer Programming and Applications. 125 students.
- 2014-15. ENGG1202A. Introduction to Computer Science. 68 students.
- 2013-14. COMP7404. Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning. 86 students.
- 2013-14. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 84 students.
- 2013-14. COMP2396B. Object-oriented Programming and Java. 57 students.
- 2012-13. COMP7502. Image Processing and Computer Vision. 88 students.
- 2011-12. CSIS0317. Computer Vision. 16 students.
TEACHING (HKUSI)
- 2023-24. COMP0001. Natural Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence. 63 students.
- 2022-23. COMP0001. Natural Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence. 44 students.
- 2021-22. COMP0001. Natural Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence. 52 students.
- 2020-21. COMP0001. Natural Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence. 30 students.
UNDERGRADUATE PROJECT
- 2024-25. A Web Application Harnessing AI and Blockchain for Automated Recruitment and Qualification Verification. Ho Long Hei, Wong Yan Kit
- 2024-25. AI Project Manager. Wong Ying Kiu, Yu Kai Man, Lee Sin Wing
- 2024-25. EduLLM: Applying Large Language Models in the Education Industry. Chen Yuxuan, Lin Ruiyi, Yang Runqi
- 2024-25. Generative AI for Researching Archaeology. Lam Jiho, Fan Yian
- 2024-25. King George V School (KGV) AI Tutor. Siswanta Georgy Valencio, Melvison Bryan, Sutikno Alicia
- 2023-24. Algorithmic Trading Using Machine Learning. Senthil Kumar Sapnesh
- 2023-24. A Mobile Game to Raise Mental Health Awareness. Yau Herman
- 2023-24. Intelligent Automated Mail Filtering Service for Microsoft Outlook Using GPT-3.5. Cheung Yan Ting, Lee Lok Chi Gigi, Tay Brandon, Jian Wei, Yeung Adrian Justin Tsoi Chun
- 2023-24. A 2D puzzle game that raise awareness of youngster’s metal health. Li Cheuk Yin
- 2023-24. Learning app implementing ChatGpt. Kwok Tsz Tung, Li Damon
- 2023-24. Computer Vision in Archeology. He Jiangchuan, Tu Yuanyang, Wang Kesheng, Zhu Lingxiao.
- 2023-24. An attempt to create an artificial life. Wu Huan.
- 2022-23. Using Generative Machine Learning to Alleviate Symptoms of Mental Disorders. Sofjan Benedictus Alvian
- 2022-23. Analysing the likelihood of confirmation bias in Twitter posts using sentiment analysis and polarity detection. Gupta Rhea
- 2022-23. Emotion-based Music Provider. Lee Wing Fung, To Hoi Lam, Tsang Tsz Hin, Wang Yu Tung (ASMPT Silver Award)
- 2022-23. Multiplayer Networked AR Game. Bai Qingyu
- 2022-23. PostureFit - Intelligent fitness trainer and body positioning app. Lioe Andrew Tian, Tinmanee Phatrapol
- 2022-23. Adaptive Strategy Based Algorithmic Trading Platform. Aryak Kumar, Chopra Raunak, Kashyap Abhigyan, Singh Ajayveer
- 2021-22. Online System of Python Programming. Gupta Anmol
- 2021-22. Video face reenactment using deep learning. Rajpal Simran
- 2021-22. Medical Image Recognition. Ngo Yan Lun, Chan Hoi Tung
- 2021-22. Using ML Algorithms to predict commodity price trends. Cai Jianlin, Wong Sai Kit
- 2020-21. Deep Learning for Diagnosis of Skin Cancer. Guo Hang, Hu Qiyun, Ni Jingwei
- 2020-21. Generating Bokeh with Deep Learning. Liu Shuai
- 2020-21. One Shot Audio to Video Generation. Guo Yuhan
- 2020-21. Online System for Python Programming. Chan Man Tik
- 2020-21. In-Station Delivery Service Safety Monitoring. Baheti Kush, Gupta Pranav, Tiwari Siddharth Dev
- 2019-20. Brain Computer Interface. Lam Chung Hang Matthew, Leung Yu Hin
- 2019-20. Focused Web Crawling. Kapur Shiven, Chadha Vanshaj
- 2019-20. Generating Comics from Natural Language. Wang Yuning, Yang Bowen
- 2019-20. Network Based Intelligent Malware Detection. Jha Piyush, Han David Boli
- 2018-19. Deep Learning Hand Poses. Chen Zihao, Da Yujia, Zhang Yuqian
- 2018-19. StarCraft II with Neuro-Evolution and Reinforcement Learning. Abidin Zain UI, Desmukh Fawad Masood
- 2018-19. Facial Expression Transfer with Machine Learning. Cheng Tak Kin, Choi Wai Yiu
- 2018-19. Guitar Fretboard Mapper and Chord Finder. Miranda Joseph Xavier Vinit, Siddiqui Hamza Sohail
- 2018-19. Auto Navigation Legged Robot. Lo Hon Nam
- 2017-18. 3D Reconstruction with Microsoft Hololens. Zafar Waleed, Gupta Aman
- 2017-18. Autonomous Drifting Car using Machine Learning. Jain Rachit, Kabara Kanak Dipak
- 2017-18. Learning to Play with Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning. Mak Jeffrey Kelvin
- 2017-18. Mixed Reality for Oculus Rift. Bui Thanh Tung
- 2016-17. Facial Landmark Tracking. Li Wing Yee
TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE PROJECT
- 2024-25. Deep Networks for Hiding Data in Digital Images. Gan Liyifan, Jin Jiazheng, Guo Lingyu
- 2023-24. Pressure Detection in the Work Environment. Bao Qinghang, Cui Longjie, Fang Zhihao, Li Chentao, Liu Zhengze
- 2023-24. News Aggregator and Insights Platform with NLP Analysis. Chan Chiu Yuet, Cheung Shu Man, Chiu Wai Kwan, Leung Shuk Yan
- 2023-24. Quantitative Automatic Trading Model Based on Factor Stock Selection. Chen Jing, Peng Ying, Tang Wenyi, Yao Jinjing, Zhang Chen
- 2023-24. Integrating Quantitative Trading Rules with Deep Learning for Arbitrage Opportunities. Chi Xinran, Ji Xiaoze, Lai Ziyi, Yu Tianyu, Zhang Qihui
- 2023-24. Digital Asset Trading Platform Based on Blockchain Technology. Ding Yingzhou, Li Yazhou, Mao Xiangyue, Zhu Haibin, Zhu Tingxuan
- 2023-24. Intelligent Writing Platform Combining AI Tools. Gao Qingwei, Wang Weimin, Wu Yinhai, Xie Yuheng, Zhou Ning
- 2023-24. CRACKED: A Roguelike Card Game Developed Using Unity. Jiang Zhuocheng, Liu Feiyu, Luan Haoran, Wang Qiaoyi, Xu Xiaoyu
- 2023-24. ActiviFit: Empowering Holistic Well-being through Intelligent Exercise Coaching and Nutritional Tracking. Kang Zheming, Lam Kam Kwan, Wong Yin Kit, Yang Yulin
- 2023-24. Real-time Video-based Action Detection & Recognition. Li Yuen Tat, Siu Ka Ying, Tam Chi Ho, Wong Chak Lam
- 2023-24. Long-term Memory Capable Persona Daily Chatbot. Lu Zixuan, Wang Yilin, Yi Heng, Zhong Hao, Zhou Xingjian
- 2022-23. Hong Kong short message spam detection in a machine learning approach. Wong Chi Ki, Chan Tsz Ho, Chun Chun Ho, Du Ming Hung, Wong Mun Hin
- 2022-23. Association of Risk Factors on Illicit Transactions on the TRON Blockchain: Application of Data Mining to Uncover Similarities in Sanction Evasion Transactions. Fung Chi Hang, Vinci Luca Vincent, Fung Kit Ming Veronica
- 2022-23. Applying Augmented Reality Techniques on Visualising Property Information in Hong Kong. Chau Ka Yu, Cheng Kai Yiu, Loh Kok Weng
- 2022-23. A new Model for Video Prediction. Li Zhengdao
- 2021-22. Automated Sovereign Credit Rating Analysis - ASCRA. Agarwal Anirudh, Tibrewal Ankit
- 2021-22. Innovative Property Data Visualization Powered by AI Virtual Mouse. Chan Sau Wai, Ip Hon Hei, Shang Ruijun, Yang Qiuyao
- 2021-22. Face Tracking on Drone. Fung Hei
- 2021-22. Applying Machine Learning in Stock Trading and Chart Pattern Recognition. Sze Ue Tung, Zhao Li
- 2021-22. GAN-based Stock Prediction in a Simulated Trading Environment. Lai Wen Jun, Yap Ming Weay
- 2021-22. Open-World Object Detection and Discovery. Wu Junyan, Feng Shiqian, Wei Yincheng, Luo Yuxin
- 2021-22. Option Pricing by Artificial Intelligence with Data Engineering and Dynamic Ensemble Selection. Sun Yaxuan, Yang Chenhao, Zeng Shengqi
- 2021-22. Using AI on Text Analysis and/or Video Analytics on building an intelligent Metaverse platform. Luan Jianduo, Gao Xingyu, Wang Yucheng
- 2021-22. Online Mode-wise Change Point Detection in Tensor Time Series. Pu Zihao, Lian Huan, Xue Ming, Zhao Jingtong
- 2021-22. AI Predicting Horse Racing Winners. Yew Tien Foo, Lau Kai Chung, Tan Lok Him.
- 2021-22. A Bilingual and Emotion-capable Conversational Chatbot for Educational Recommendation in the Metaverse. Xu Wai Fan, Tsoi Jackie Chung Wing, Chow Lok Hang.
- 2021-22. Application of Unsupervised Learning to Negative Sentiment Scale in MDS-HC. Fu Xiaodi, Huang Keyu, Shu Yuting, Zhou Zixuan
- 2020-21. Using topic models to analyze social medial data for hashtag prediction. Tang Wai Ho Andy, Ng Yiu Fai, Fok Chi Man
- 2020-21. Investigation of the Feedback Loop between Wildfire Occurrences and Regional Weather Patterns in the Long- and Short-Term Using Deep Learning and Remote Sensing Data. Tam Tak Long, Siu Tsz Kin
- 2020-21. Detection of COVID-19 from Chest X-Ray Images with deep learning. Zhou Yiming, Wang Yurong, Tan Youchong
- 2020-21. Option Pricing by Deep Learning. Wan Yiu Cheung, Fung Wai Ting
- 2020-21. A Deep Learning-based Obstacle Detection System for Visually Impaired People. Yam Wing Yiu
- 2020-21. Foveated Rendering with Gaze-predictive Neural Networks. Webb William Albert
- 2020-21. Identifying Quantitative Trait Loci via Multi-task Learning Frame in Cardiovascular Disease. Tian Xinyang
- 2020-21. A Flutter Based Application about Emotion Management. Ma Ke
- 2020-21. Computer Vision for a Robotic Fish. Kwok Pui Si, Sun Hongshuai
- 2020-21. Causality in Machine Learning. Hui Chin Hing
- 2020-21. Deep Learning Approach to Estimating Credit Rating of Companies and Banks. Chung Ching Justin, Ok Tae Jong, Phillips Michael Bartholomew Alan, Zhang Lifen
- 2020-21. The Effect of Verbal Design Cues on Customer Service Chatbots Considering Demographic Variables. Fang Yutong
- 2020-21. Online Depression Detector. Chan Yee Chun
- 2019-20. Application of NLP Models in Social Media Mining. Wang Fengzu
- 2019-20. Face Recognition with Facial Masks. Song Zihao, Jiang Nan, Yu Shuhang
- 2019-20. Data Science Method in Horse Racing. Tsang Tak Sang
- 2019-20. Stock Selection by Machine Learning in Companies Fundamentals. Pun Kar Kiu Jose
- 2019-20. Optimization of Scheduling in Industries via Deep Reinforcement Learning. Li Longkang
- 2019-20. Detecting and Strategy of Handling Short Squeeze using Machine Learning. Wong Chi Ho
- 2019-20. Quantifying Football Betting Sentiment using Machine Learning. Leung Hui Homn
- 2019-20. Generative Adversarial Network Application. Ho Kai Lok
- 2019-20. Conditional Image Editing based on GAN. Yang Yuguang
- 2019-20. Facial Expression Image-to-image Conversion based on GAN. Cai Jiancheng, Chen Zirong, Liu Haiqing
- 2019-20. Using GANs to Achieve Text-to-image Synthesis. Zhou Boyu, Chen Hong, Peng Yuling, Weng Jiaqi
- 2019-20. Prediction of Capability of Repaying Loans. Wen Qi
- 2019-20. Prediction of Capability of Repaying Loans. Chow Ka Wing
- 2018-19. Learning to Play with Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning. Liu Zhongyuan
- 2018-19. Learning to Play with Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning. Xu Yaozhong
- 2018-19. Learning to Predicting Racing Results. Luo Min
- 2018-19. Learning to Predicting Racing Results. Wu Qiwen
- 2018-19. Learning to Predicting Racing Results. Ho Kai Hong
- 2018-19. Colorization of Gray-scale Image. Yu Bingjing
- 2018-19. Translating Sign Language to Text. Ping Yuhan
- 2018-19. Realistic Augmented Reality. Lu Leo Tian Lun
- 2018-19. To Play and Cooperate in Imperfect Information Game with Reinforcement Learning. Ng Argens
- 2018-19. Learning to Predicting Racing Results. Tian Dan
- 2017-18. Example-based Makeup Transfer. Liu Ying
- 2017-18. Plane Detection in SLAM. Chen Yixin
- 2017-18. 3D Reconstruction using Deep Neural Network. Wang Chu
- 2017-18. Image Style Transfer for Portraits. Yin Yue
- 2017-18. Image Super-resolution using Generative Adversarial Networks. Luo Jiaxi.
- 2017-18. Posture Control of a Falling Robot. Xu Peng
- 2017-18. Robot Locomotion Based on Reinforcement Learning. Jiang Wenhao
- 2017-18. Learning to Read Financial Charts. Li Mingkang
- 2017-18. SSVEP Based Brain Computer Interface. Mohamed Jameel
- 2017-18. Transfer Facial Expression from 2D Video to 3D Avatar. Kwan Tsz Hei
- 2017-18. Learning to Skate, Shi Zhongqi
- 2017-18. Machine Learning for Algorithm Trading. Chen Hiu Pan
- 2016-17. Food Recognition with Deep Convolution Neural Network. Wang Chenlin
- 2016-17. Mixed Virtual Reality Input System. Lu Xiaoyu, Li Xueyu
- 2016-17. Marker-less Realistic Mobile Augmented Reality. Hou Chengcheng
- 2016-17. Interactive Virtual Reality Environment. Gu Erjian
- 2016-17. Use Mobile Device to Assist Autonomous Flight. Wang Liao
- 2016-17. Passing CAPTCHAs with Image Understanding and Machine Learning. He Zishan
- 2016-17. Interactive Virtual Reality Environment. Xu Lingxiao, Lin Zhen
- 2016-17. Image Vectorization. Cheung Shirley
- 2016-17. Wearable Computing System. Aaron Sheshan Ryan
- 2015-16. Camera Estimation and 3D Reconstruction with Mobile Devices. Ho Ka Lok
- 2015-16. Learning to Walk with Reinforcement Learning. Xing Kaihang
- 2015-16. Mobile Augmented Reality. Chen Qiao
- 2015-16. Mobile Augmented Reality. Liang Zhi
- 2015-16. Mobile Augmented Reality. Tian Pengfei
- 2015-16. Realtime Augmented Reality on a Mobile Device. Cong Qiyuan
- 2015-16. 3D by Tracking the Motion of an Observer. Leung Chin Wing
- 2015-16. Camera Estimation from an Image of a Night Sky. Hui Ka Chun
- 2015-16. Matching Facial Composites to Partially Occluded or Disguised Faces. Chen Wen
- 2014-15. Face Feature Detection For Computer Vision. Chen Jing
- 2014-15. Virtual Decoration Based on Augmented Reality. Lin Ji
- 2014-15. Driver Drowsiness Detection using Face Landmarks. Liang Zhou
- 2014-15. Driver Drowsiness Detection using Face Landmarks. Lin Zhenyan
- 2014-15. Pose-tolerant Face Identification. Li Conging
- 2014-15. 3D by Tracking the Motion of an Observer. Wang Yunzhe
- 2014-15. Pose-tolerant Face Identification. Zhang Jing
- 2013-14. Face Photo-Sketch Synthesize by Example on a Mobile Device. Xin Yao
TEACHING GRANT
- 2023-25. HK$180,000. Student-Led Seminar Series on Generative AI: Navigating Challenges and Maximizing Utility. Teaching Development and Language Enhancement Grant (Artificial Intelligence Literacy). HKU
- 2023-24. HK$50,000. Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice in Metaverse Education. Dean's Fund for Teaching and Learning Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2022-23. HK$47,000. Evaluation of Large Class Teaching Strategies for Improving Effectiveness in Undergraduate Engineering Education. Dean's Fund for Teaching and Learning Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2021-22. HK$281,690. Embedding Skills Assessment and Video Feedback into ENGG1330. Teaching Development Grant. HKU
- 2021-22. HK$80,000. Development of a Personalized Video Feedback System for ENGG1330. Dean's Fund for Teaching and Learning Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2020-21. HK$72,000. Development of new assessment methods for Virtual Teaching & Learning. Dean's Fund for Teaching & Learning and Admission Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2020. HK$116,794. Google Machine Learning Education Fund. Google HK
- 2019-20. HK$60,000. Providing Effective Online T&L Tools to Teachers. Dean's Fund for Teaching & Learning and Admission Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2018-21. HK$75,000. Early Career Teaching Award Grant. HKU
- 2018-19. HK$100,000. An Online T&L Platform for Active Learning in Computer Programming. Dean's Fund for Teaching & Learning Initiatives. Faculty of Engineering. HKU
AWARD
- 2018. Early Career Teaching Award, Teaching Excellence Award Scheme. HKU
- 2018. Outstanding Teaching Award (Individual Award), Faculty of Engineering. HKU
- 2017. Best Teacher Award, Department of Computer Science. HKU
- 2015. Teaching Excellence Award, Department of Computer Science. HKU
- 2014. Teaching Excellence Award, Department of Computer Science. HKU