Pompeu Fabra University
This research position focuses on investigating the role of mutual information and information-theoretic operators in self-supervised learning (SSL), particularly during the pretraining phase of large language models (LLMs). The role involves developing theoretical and empirical insights into the relationship between mutual information maximization, predictive probabilistic models, and SSL performance. The position is supported by the Junior Leader Fellowship Programme 2024 "La Caixa" Banking Foundation.
Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) is a public research university in Barcelona, Spain, focused on science, engineering, social sciences, and humanities. It emphasizes interdisciplinary research, international collaboration, and innovative teaching, with strong links to industry and European research networks. UPF is known for high academic standards, impactful research output, and graduate programs that prepare students for a global, digital economy. The university offers a vibrant, multilingual campus environment with modern facilities and a growing emphasis on entrepreneurship and public engagement.
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2018
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