Dr. Yun Zhang

Professor

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Biography

Yun Zhang is a professor in the Department of Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering at the University of New Brunswick, where he has been a faculty member since 2000. He holds a PhD from the Free University of Berlin and specializes in remote sensing, image processing, and computer vision, with substantial research experience in optical radar image processing and digital photogrammetry. Dr. Zhang has contributed notably to leading research institutions worldwide, including the Technical University of Berlin and the German Aerospace Center (DLR). He has developed innovative technologies that have been licensed to leading imaging and mapping companies used by governmental and military organizations across five continents. With over 90 peer-reviewed journal papers and more than 170 refereed conference papers, Dr. Zhang is actively involved in scholarly research and serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals in his field. His work has earned him multiple awards, including the Talbert Abrams Grand Award from the American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) and the NSERC Synergy Award for Innovation. Notably, he was recognized for his contributions to the pioneering research showcased in the 'Technology Transfer Works: 100 Cases of Research Realization' report.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

University of New Brunswick • Canada

Leading the research and academic activities in the Department of Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering.

Canada Research Chair

2008-01-01 — Present

University of New Brunswick • Canada

Holding a prominent research chair to contribute to advancements in Geodesy and Geomatics.

Associate Professor

2004-01-01 — 2009-01-01

University of New Brunswick • Canada

Engaged in teaching and research responsibilities at the associate level.

Assistant Professor

2000-01-01 — 2004-01-01

University of New Brunswick • Canada

Started his academic career focusing on Geodesy and Geomatics.

Post Doctoral Fellow

1999-01-01 — 2000-01-01

University of Calgary • Canada

Performed advanced research in Geodesy under faculty supervision.

Research Scientist

1997-01-01 — 1999-01-01

German Aerospace Center (DLR) • Germany

Conducted significant research in image processing and remote sensing.

Awards

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Talbert Abrams Grand Award

2005-01-01
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NSERC Synergy Award for Innovation

2011-01-01
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Giuseppe Inghilleri Award

2012-01-01
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John Davidson President’s Award

2009-01-01

Requirements for University of New Brunswick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:550
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in Business or related field Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Business / Department of Management / Department of Business Administration