Dr. Wei Min

Professor

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Biography

Wei Min is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Columbia University, specializing in single-molecule biophysics and advanced optical microscopy techniques. He completed his Bachelor's degree at Peking University in 2003, followed by a Ph.D. in Chemistry at Harvard University in 2008, working under the supervision of Prof. Sunney Xie. Since joining Columbia University in 2010, he has become a tenured full Professor and has been awarded numerous honors for his pioneering contributions in biophotonics and spectroscopic imaging. His innovative research focuses on the development of novel optical spectroscopy microscopy technologies to address key biomedical challenges. His works have significantly advanced the understanding of biological processes at the molecular level.

Research Interests

Awards

#2023

Biophotonics Technology Innovator Award

2023-01-01
#2022

Craver Award Vibrational Spectroscopy

2022-01-01
#2022

Raman Award Innovative Technological Development

2022-01-01
#2021

Scientific Achievement Award

2021-01-01
#2021

Blavatnik National Awards Young Scientists, Faculty Finalist

2021-01-01
#2019

Pittsburgh Conference Achievement Award

2019-01-01
#2017

ACS Early Career Award Experimental Physical Chemistry

2017-01-01
#2017

Coblentz Award Molecular Spectroscopy

2017-01-01
#2013

Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship

2013-01-01
#2012

National Institute of Health (NIH) Director's New Innovator Award

2012-01-01
#2012

Blavatnik Awards Young Scientists New York Academy Sciences, Faculty Finalist

2012-01-01
#2012

Research Initiatives Science Engineering (RISE) Award

2012-01-01

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)