Dr. Guo Xing Miao

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Biography

Professor Guo-Xing Miao works in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo and is a member of the Institute for Quantum Computing. His research focuses on the precise control of individual spins of charge carriers, translating their unique quantum properties into practical applications. He leads a group dedicated to spin-based information processing, leveraging the interactions between spins and ions to explore avenues such as quantum computing and neuromorphic systems. His innovative contributions bridge fundamental research and device engineering, developing materials and systems for energy-efficient information processing aimed at transitioning into a silicon-dominated technology era. With degrees from Shandong University and Brown University, and postdoctoral experience at MIT, Professor Miao has received multiple awards for his contributions to engineering and research innovation.

Research Interests

Awards

#2025

Faculty of Engineering Distinguished Performance Award

#2025

En-Hui Yang Engineering Research Innovation Award

#2017

Ontario Early Researcher Award

Courses

Semiconductor Physics Devices Thermal Physics Superconducting Quantum Circuits Physics Models Semiconductor Devices Fabrication Nanoscale: Principles, Technology, & Applications Special Topics Solid State Devices Introduction to Nanotechnology Characterization of Nanomaterials Nanoprobing Lithography Topics in Quantum Information

Requirements for University of Waterloo

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Strong background in Statistics
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Specialization Notes

Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.