I am studying Computer Science at Courant Institute, New York University. My research interest is in the interplay of AI and neuroscience. I want to use AI as computational models of the brain to forward neuroscience and cognitive sciences; and in turn, to use the understandings to inspire generalist AI. I am working with Dr. Robert Guangyu Yang and Dr. Brenden Lake as a research assistant. 

Prior to this, I obtained my bachelor degree at Washington University in St. Louis with a double major in Mathematics and Philosophy. I also studied biology and neurosciences through mathematics and statistics research. 

Besides a scientific career, I am also interested in analytic philosophy, especially in metaphysics and the philosophy of mind. I am a photographer, botanist, flutist, and traveler.

I am always happy to connect with like-minded people. You can reach out to me at wenjieli@nyu.edu.