Dr. Jiawang Nie

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Biography

Jiawang Nie's research focuses on Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing, with a particular emphasis on Polynomial Semidefinite Optimization, Moment Tensor Computation, and Convex Real Algebraic Geometry. He has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Young Researcher Prize and the NSF CAREER Award. Additionally, he's been recognized as a finalist for the Tucker Prize and has received the Hellman Fellowship. His contributions have been acknowledged by the SIAG/LA Paper Prize and the Kalman Visiting Fellowship, showcasing his impact in the field of applied mathematics. He has also been awarded the Feng Kang Prize in 2021 for his research excellence.

Research Interests

Numerical Analysis Scientific Computing Polynomial Semidefinite Optimization Moment Tensor Computation Convex Real Algebraic Geometry

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
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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.
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).