Dr. Zhongbo Kang

Professor

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Biography

Zhongbo Kang is a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles. He leads the Kang Research Group, which is dedicated to exploring fundamental questions in theoretical physics, particularly focusing on Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) and its phenomenological implications. His research encompasses areas such as high-energy nuclear and particle physics, leveraging advanced theoretical frameworks and computational methodologies, including machine learning and quantum simulations. Professor Kang has received several prestigious awards for his contributions to research and teaching, including the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award and the National Science Foundation Faculty CAREER Award. He is committed to mentoring and training the next generation of physicists through hands-on experience in theoretical methods and numerical simulations. His collaborative efforts span multiple institutions, including affiliations with the Mani L. Bhaumik Institute for Theoretical Physics and Stony Brook University.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-08-01 — Present

University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA, USA

Leading research in theoretical physics, specifically in Quantum Chromodynamics and related areas.

Staff Scientist

2012-06-16 — 2019-07-31

Los Alamos National Laboratory • Los Alamos, NM, USA

Conducted research in high-energy physics as part of the theoretical division.

Awards

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Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award

2018-05-15
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National Science Foundation Faculty CAREER Award

2017-06-20
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Teacher of the Year Award

2020-09-01

Courses

Theoretical Physics Quantum Chromodynamics High-Energy Physics

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
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Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.