Dr. Yue Liu

Professor

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Biography

Yue (Maria) Liu is a Professor of Clinical Optometry and Vision Science at the University of California, Berkeley, where she holds the Pamela P. Fong Faculty Chair in Optometry and Health Care. Dr. Liu's research emphasizes clinical expertise and the investigation of novel contact lens designs and pharmaceuticals for myopia control. She is the founder of the Myopia Control Clinic, which serves as a model for optometry schools nationwide. Liu, originally from Beijing, China, practiced as an ophthalmologist before relocating to the United States in 2000. She obtained her MBA prior to completing her Doctor of Optometry (OD) training at Pacific University, College of Optometry, and received her Master of Public Health (MPH) and PhD from UC Berkeley.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Professor of Clinical Optometry and Vision Science, emphasizing myopia control research.

Courses

OPT 226A&B OPT 213 OPT 260A

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.