Lead Microsoft AI scientist Li Hongzhi joins China’s Tongji University

Li Hongzhi, the former head of the GenAI group at Microsoft Asia, has joined Tongji University, one of China's leading institutions. He began his career at Microsoft after earning a Ph.D. from Columbia University, where he worked for over 10 years in research. During his tenure, he led the GenAI group, contributing to the development of advanced AI technologies. Tongji University is recognized for its focus on scientific research and innovation. Li's appointment reflects a growing trend of integrating industrial expertise with academic education.