Ying Wang

Ying Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison since 2020. She holds affiliations with the College of Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering Department. Her research focuses on characterizing novel 2D and quantum materials for applications in energy conversion and information technologies.

• PhD in Applied Science and Technology, University of California at Berkeley (2018)
• BS in Physics, Nanjing University (2012)

Her work bridges fundamental studies of topological materials, electron correlation effects, and spin-mechanical coupling with practical development of nanodevices. Key areas include nonlinear optical effects, quantum electronics, and thermoelectric properties.

Recent research trends highlight her exploration of topological semimetals (TaIrTe4, 2M-WSe2) for terahertz sensing, stacking order engineering, and Berry curvature effects. Her publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining quantum physics, material science, and nanoelectronics.

• 2025 Dugald C. Jackson Assistant Professor Fellowship
• 2024 NSF CAREER Award
• 2023 Department of Energy Early Career Award
• 2018 Materials Research Society Gold Medal Graduate Student Award

As an educator, Wang teaches advanced courses in quantum electronics and solid-state electronics while leading graduate research projects. Her laboratory investigates the interplay between structural phase transitions and optoelectronic properties in atomically thin materials.