Dr. Guanghan Meng

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Guanghan Meng is a tenure-track assistant professor at the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry and Vision Science and the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at the University of California, Berkeley. He leads the Visionary Optical Imaging Lab (VOILA), which focuses on the application of methods from optical physics and modern computational science to develop cutting-edge optical microscopy technologies for imaging the eye and brain. VOILA comprises a highly interdisciplinary team welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, including physics, engineering, and biology. His academic journey includes pivotal research experiences and contributions to innovative imaging techniques and technologies.

Research Interests

Optical Microscopy Imaging Technologies Optical Physics Computational Science

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
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

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