Ran Yang

Ran Yang is a Teaching Professor in Physics at William & Mary, specializing in the Engineering Physics and Applied Design (EPAD) track. She is renowned for inventing an AI-enriched medical device designed to save lives through improved endotracheal intubation techniques. Her work with William & Mary’s Entrepreneurship Hub has been instrumental in guiding the commercialization of this technology. Additionally, she co-founded and directs the Mentoring for Careers in Physics (MCP) program, which provides mentorship for female students pursuing STEM careers.

• Education: M.S. (2006) and Ph.D. (2008) from William & Mary

Her research bridges artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation, focusing on practical applications to address critical medical challenges. Ran’s leadership extends to advancing MCP through William & Mary’s Vision 2026 Faculty Innovator initiative, aiming to expand its impact across departments and institutions. She actively collaborates with students, fostering interdisciplinary projects that integrate physics, engineering, and AI.

The MCP program, which she co-founded, has already matched 25 students with mentors in its first year and continues to grow. Her role at the university emphasizes both technical rigor and societal impact, particularly through mentorship and technology commercialization efforts.