Dr. Yun Song

Professor

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Biography

Yun S. Song is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on mathematical and computational biology, combining insights from probability and statistics to further the understanding of biological systems. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including the NIH Pathway Independence Award, Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship, and the Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering. He has continued to contribute significantly to his field through various research projects spanning topics like protein transfer learning and population genetics. His notable publications include works in high-impact journals such as PNAS, Nature, and Genome Biology, showcasing advances in methods for analyzing biological data through innovative computational techniques and theoretical frameworks. He also actively engages in teaching, leading courses in discrete mathematics and probability theory. His wide-ranging expertise positions him as a prominent figure in computational biology, with ongoing commitments to mentor students and develop the next generation of researchers in the field.

Research Interests

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.