Research with Grit
Science as ego renunciation. Open, rigorous, and meaningful.
About Me
Hi, my name is Joe Dwyer. I’m a PhD graduate in Computer Science researching Large Language Models, with a focus on training and parameter optimization. I believe in process over prestige, and I aim to show that simple, meaningful research can change minds.
Core Principles
- Transparency and open access
- Iterative, reproducible science
- Welcoming feedback and post-publication dialogue
- Valuing null results as contributions
- Accessibility for anyone curious about research
My Research Values
✳️ I stand for:
- Transparency in method, data, and intention.
- Accessibility of knowledge — no paywalls, no gatekeeping.
- Integrity in how I handle failure, success, and critique.
- Iteration over ego — science is a process, not a product.
- Rigor with heart — I pursue excellence not for status, but to honor the work.
- Education through example — I show my students that meaningful research is possible, regardless of pedigree or privilege.
🚫 I reject:
- The obsession with prestige journals and inflated metrics.
- The academic sprint that leaves deeper questions behind.
- The belief that research must be flashy, complicated, or exclusive to matter.
- The idea that your age, funding, or institution defines your capacity to contribute.
Explore
Browse my publications or read blog posts on research, rigor, and practice.