Dr. Xiaodong Sun

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Biography

Xiaodong Sun is a Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan. He specializes in thermal-hydraulics and reactor safety, focusing on two-phase flow experimentation and modeling. His research includes characterizing interfacial structures, investigating advanced high-temperature reactors—including gas-cooled, fluoride salt cooled, and liquid metal cooled types—and developing high-temperature compact heat exchangers. His interests also span topics in fission systems, radiation transport, and the intersection of policy and climate within the field of nuclear engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science