Dr. Andrew Pun

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andrew Pun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on photochemistry and materials chemistry, specifically light-activated processes related to molecules and materials. Pun's research group emphasizes the synthesis, characterization, and application of advanced materials, particularly in the realm of organic chemistry. He has interdisciplinary interests that span materials science and physical organic synthesis, making contributions that bridge these fields. Through his work, he aims to advance the understanding of excitonic materials and their applications in various technological domains.

Research Interests

Photochemistry Materials Chemistry Organic Chemistry Physical Organic Synthesis

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA

Teaching and conducting research in photochemistry and materials chemistry.

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).