Dr. Wendy Yang

Professor

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Biography

Wendy Yang is a Professor at the University of Illinois in the School of Integrative Biology. Her research focuses on terrestrial biogeochemistry and ecosystem ecology, with a particular interest in the effects of human activities on natural and managed ecosystems. Her work explores the interplay between biogeochemical cycles, particularly carbon and nitrogen, and how these are influenced by climate change and anthropogenic inputs. Yang applies novel methodological approaches, including stable isotope techniques, to quantify greenhouse gas emissions and chemical transformations in the environment. Her research program addresses significant themes such as the controls on redox-sensitive biogeochemical processes, plant community composition effects, and various projects aimed at understanding soil and ecosystem dynamics in the context of sustainable agriculture and environmental change.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Illinois • Urbana, IL

Conducts research and teaches in the fields of biogeochemistry and ecosystem ecology.

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.