Horizon is a research group in the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at University of Rochester. We work on visual computing, an incredibly exciting area that spans imaging (light transport, optics, and image sensors), human perception and cognition (psychophysics and computational modeling), and computer systems (computer architecture and programming systems).

We are interested in exploring nature's mysteries, inspiring inquisitive minds, and augmenting humans and all forms of life. Our current work has three complementary themes:

• modeling the neural and psychophysical basis of human perception and cognition to optimize computing and imaging systems
• developing computational tools and engineering systems to elucidate and augment human perception
• building modern computational tools (e.g., generative AI) to explore new forms of visual arts and to analyze art history

We are always looking for students. If you are interested, please read this.