Guang Yang (UMich PhD)

I grew up in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, before embarking on my journey at UCSB, where I recently completed my bachelor’s degree in physics (spring 2023). My passions lie at the intersection of experimental physics and electrical engineering. Currently, I am studying the electron spin resonance of defects in 2D materials (hBN). My goal is to realize efficient coherent control of the spin defects through various optoelectrical and optomechanical methods. In addition to my scientific pursuits, I also enjoy learning and teaching computer science starting from my first year of college. I taught Python to high school students in China, have served as a ULA in the CS department twice, and nurtured my passion for teaching and tutoring. During my leisure time, I love singing, playing guitar, and erhu (a Chinese fiddle instrument with two strings). I am also a member of the Jasmine Echo Musical Ensemble at UCSB, and we perform various Chinese traditional orchestras and songs. Check out our Instagram page @jasecho.ucsb if you like to know more!

Recommended Reading: My favorite textbook is Introduction to Linear Algebra by the prestigious mathematician Gilbert Strang at MIT. I read it when I first learned linear algebra in high school, and it gave me a comprehensive understanding of engineering-level linear algebra.