Dr. Shu Yang

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Biography

Shu Yang is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on developing new methodologies for the controlled synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of materials with specific unique structures and functionalities inspired by biology. Special interests include the preparation of functional copolymers, investigation of self-assembled nanostructures, and understanding the self-organization processes at surfaces and interfaces. He also works on the development of novel responsive materials through non-conventional approaches to nano- and micropatterning complex two-dimensional and three-dimensional structures, as well as controlling wetting, adhesion, and biofouling in polymer thin films.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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