Dr. Haiwang Yong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Prof. Haiwang Yong conducts research in ultrafast light-induced processes in molecules, employing both experimental and theoretical methodologies. His laboratory focuses on developing novel experimental techniques and theoretical approaches that track ultrafast quantum motions of nuclei, electrons, and molecules to advance the fundamental understanding of photochemical and photophysical processes. His primary research interests lie at the intersection of Physical Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry, alongside interdisciplinary work in Physical Organic Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry, and Biophysics. Additionally, Prof. Yong has a commitment to outreach activities, mentoring students from underrepresented groups and fostering an inclusive learning environment that accommodates diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA

PostDoc

2021-01-01 — 2023-01-01

University of California, Irvine • Irvine, CA

Awards

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Early Career Research Program Award

2025-01-01
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Young Editorial Board Member

2022-01-01
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LCLS Young Investigator Award Finalist

2021-01-01
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Horizon Prize

2021-01-01
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Global Mobility Research Fellow

2018-01-01

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)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 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).