Dr. Feng Wang

Professor

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Biography

Feng Wang received his B.A. from Fudan University, Shanghai in 1999 and his Ph.D. from Columbia University in 2004. He was a Miller Fellow at the Miller Institute for Basic Science, Berkeley from 2005 to 2007 and joined the physics faculty in the fall of 2007. His research interests focus on ultrafast nano-optics where he investigates light-matter interactions in condensed matter physics, with an emphasis on novel physical phenomena emerging from nanoscale structures, surfaces, and interfaces. His current projects include exploring the unique nature of excited state dynamics using advanced laser spectroscopy techniques, particularly in graphene optics, individual nanotubes, and plasmonics. He is developing sensitive infrared spectroscopy techniques and nonlinear probes to study the optical properties of materials at the nanoscale. Further, he collaborates with various groups at Berkeley to combine optical probes with mechanical, electrical, and characterizing methods to understand material properties better.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-09-01 — Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the field of condensed matter physics, focusing on ultrafast nano-optics and light-matter interactions.

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
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  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.