Dr. Weitao Yang

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Biography

Prof. Weitao Yang is the Philip Handler Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at Duke University, specializing in the development of methods for quantum mechanical calculations of large systems, including quantum mechanical/molecular mechanical (QM/MM) simulations of biological systems and nanostructures. His research includes linear scaling methods for electronic structure calculations and the simulation of chemical reactions in enzymes. Since 2003, he has held the distinguished professorship, and has been a professor since 1999, with additional appointments in Physics starting in 2024. His comprehensive work has contributed significantly to the understanding of electron behavior and its implications in physical and chemical processes.

Research Interests

Quantum Mechanical Calculations QM/MM Simulations Electronic Structure Calculations Chemical Reactions in Enzymes Nanostructures

Experience

Philip Handler Distinguished Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Continuing research and teaching in the field of Chemistry.

Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in Chemistry.

Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Professor of Physics starting 2024.

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)