About Me
Hi! I am Biru, a second-year graduate student at MIT pursuing a dual degree in Architecture Studies in Computation and Computer Science. In my current studies, I am keen to develop new tools that can enhance human creativity and improve efficiency, extending beyond the design field.
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Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Master of Science in Architecture Studies (SMArchS) in Computation (with merit fellowship),
GPA: 4.9/5.0
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Harvard University Graduate School of Design
Degree: Master of Architecture â…
Nanjing University, School of Architecture and Urban Planning
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering, Major in Urban Planning
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Skills
3D Modeling and Rendering: Rhino, Grasshopper, Vray, Unity, Cinema4D
Machine Learning and Programming: Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, SQL
Design and Prototyping: Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud
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Work Experience
Hosta AI
3D Computer Graphics Software Engineer Intern
MIT
IAP (Independent Activity Period) Workshop Instructor, Research Assistant
Manufacturing@MIT Working Group
Web Developer, Part-time
Arup, Shanghai
Assistant Architect
Harvard FAS Chinese Art Media Lab
Research Associate
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Internships
Harvard FAS Chinese Art Media Lab: Research Assistant
Atelier Liu Yuyang Architects: Architecture Intern
East China Architectural Design & Research Institute: Urban Design Intern
Institute of Urban Planning and Design, Nanjing University: Urban Design Intern
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Publications & Conferences
Cao, B., Sun, M., & Bardhan, R. (2024). Measuring shaded bike lanes for heat stress mitigation with deep learning: A case study in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Urban Climate, 57, 102126.
ACADIA (Association for Computer-Aided Design in Architecture) 2024 Conference
Project Presentation: Street View Scene Reconstruction via Multi-View Sketches Using Deep Learning.
Sustainable Cities and Society
Reviewer
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Honors & Awards
​iF Design Award 2025 Winner
2024 International Design Awards (IDA), Honorable Mention
2024 IDEAS Social Innovation Challenge Cohort
MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program 2024 Spring Funding
Chancellor’s Innovation Fund 2023
2024 Independent Activities Period (IAP) Mini-Grant
MIT School of Architecture and Planning Merit Fellowship
Xu Xin International Exchange Scholarship
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Activities
Harvard XR 2023 Extended Intelligence Conference, Planning Team Member
China Foundation for Cultural Heritage Conservation, Volunteer
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Exhibitions
Special Exhibition of Yongning Temple in Luoyang, Northern Wei Dynasty, Luoyang Museum
"Peony Pavillion: An Object Play" Immersive Theatre, Harvard University
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