Danrui Li

Appearance

Danrui Li ​

Education ​

  • Ph.D. Student in Computer Science, Rutgers University, USA, 2022-Present
  • M.S. in Architecture, Tongji University, China, 2019-2022
  • B.Arch. in Architecture, Chongqing University, China, 2014-2019

Work Experience ​

Research Assistant ​

Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Sep 2022 - Present

  • Utilized LLM agent systems and graph-based knowledge base to assist the ideation, implementation and evaluation of card games.
  • Developed multi‑modal document QA and recommender system for architectural design using mLLMs and knowledge graph.
  • Integrated LLMs with Unity to orchestrate generative tools that transform natural‑language instructions into digital stories.
  • Developed pedestrian models for high-density environments. Performed crowd safety simulations for mass gatherings in public infrastructure.

Teaching ​

Part-time Lecturer ​

Xianda College, Shanghai International Studies University. Sep 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Designed and taught a one-semester-long course on spatial design for architecture design undergrads.

Teaching Assistant ​

Vanke Meisha Academy. Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Design and teach problem-based learning courses for primary & junior school students.
  • The courses are centered on fundamental knowledge and principles of landscape/urban design.

Design and Consulting ​

Urban Design Intern ​

Shanghai Tongji Urban Planning & Design Institute Co., Ltd. Dec 2019 - Jan 2020

  • Built benchmark tools for sensitivity analysis in pedestrian simulations using MassMotion SDK.
  • Reduced expected maximum pedestrian congestion in a railway station design by simulation-assisted architectural design optimization.
  • Proposed and refined architecutural design for railway station areas.

Consulting Intern ​

Cushman & Wakefield. Jul 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Investigated project strengths and weakness for clients by geographic data analysis.
  • Proposed develop strategies for real estate and economic zones projects in China.

Urban Design Intern ​

Zhuheng Design Group. Sep 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Assisted in urban design projects, including site analysis, design concept development, modeling, and presentation preparation.