Dr. Hongkai Zhao

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Biography

Hongkai Zhao is the Ruth F. DeVarney Distinguished Professor of Mathematics at Duke University, having held this position since 2022. He has made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, with a focus on creating efficient algorithms and advancing the study of partial differential equations (PDEs). His research includes work on Bayesian inverse problems and the exploration of deep neural networks' expressive power. Zhao's efforts have been recognized with various grants and distinguished professorships, and he remains active in expanding computational methodologies within mathematical applications. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of California, Los Angeles in 1996.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Ruth F. DeVarney Distinguished Professor of Mathematics, focusing on advanced mathematical theories and methodologies.

Chair

— Present

Department of Mathematics • Duke University, Durham, NC

Overseeing the Department of Mathematics, leading academic and administrative efforts.

Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Academic position emphasizing research in mathematical analysis and computational mathematics.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)