Rein-Liu

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I’m currently a Phd candidate at University of Sydney in Electrical and Information Engineering. I’m currently exploring neural audio synthesis for sound design applications. Specifically, my research focus is utilizing audio generative models and differentiable digital signal processing methods to create, synthesize, and control sound effects generation.

I come from a highly diverse background. Prior to my Phd, I received my B.A. Music and Sound Design at University of Technology Sydney and M.A. Interaction Design and Electronic Arts at University of Sydney. In 2023, I was a research intern at Dolby Laboratories Advanced Technology Group(ATG) working on DDSP for general audio synthesis and control.

Outside from work, I’m also a performer and teacher in a unique instrument called Theremin. You can find my performances here.

Skill sets:

  • Audio signal processing, digital signal processing. (Matlab, Python)
  • Machine learning, deep learning, generative AI. (Python, Pytorch, Tensorflow, AWS)
  • Creative audio programming (MAX MSP, C++, Chuck, FAUST)
  • Sound design for film and games (Ableton, Pro Tools, Wwise, FMOD)