Build meaningful research that survives outside the lab
We work on real AI + engineering problems and turn effort into verifiable outcomes that can be reproduced and used.
Who We Are
JCIE is a joint centre between Shenzhen University and the University of Sheffield, focused on AI for EDA and AI for LCA—driven by real problems and real outputs.
Why we exist
Talented students are everywhere, but far fewer have work that truly proves ability. In applications and interviews, people look beyond GPA: project experience, research experience, and concrete outputs. We help you stand out in the fierce competition.
What we believe
- Papers are a starting point, not the finish line
- Results must be reproducible, citable, and maintainable
- Tools should be used by real users
- Students own end-to-end responsibility and outcomes
Research Tracks
Two core tracks with real applications and measurable impact
AI for EDA
Using AI to solve key problems in electronic design automation
- TabPFN architecture exploration and enhancements
- EDA yield database construction and open-sourcing
- EDA optimization engine development and open-sourcing
AI for LCA
Using AI to improve carbon footprint and life cycle analysis efficiency
- LCA data prediction and matching
- EPD intelligent retrieval system
- LLM-agent carbon footprint evaluation
Publications
Published at DAC, ICCAD, EST and other top conferences and journals
See Publications page for the full list
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We welcome students with ambition, self-drive, and the ability to turn ideas into results
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