CV
Education
Duke Kunshan University (DKU) & Duke University Dual Degree
B.S. in Applied Math & Computational Science; Computer Science Track (DKU)
B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies; Applied Math & Computational Science; Computer Science (Duke)
Class of 2026
Kunshan, China
Durham, U.S.
- GPA: 3.8/4.0
- Honors:
- Dean's List with Distinction: Fall 2024; Spring 2024
- Dean's List: Fall 2023
- Courses:
- MATH 462 / COMPSCI 521: Matrix, Graph, and Network Analysis (A+)
- COMPSCI 371: Elements of Machine Learning (A+)
- COMPSCI 316: Introduction to Databases (A+)
- COMPSCI 250 / ECE 250: Computer Architecture (A)
- MATH 302: Numerical Analysis (A)
- MATH 202: Linear Algebra (A)
- MATH 201: Multivariable Calculus (A)
- COMPSCI 201: Intro to Programming and Data Structures (A)
- COMPSCI 101: Intro to Comp Science (A+)
- MATH 105: Calculus (A+)
- BIOL 110: Integrated Science - Biology (A+)
- RINDSTU, ECON, MEDIART, ARHU, PSYCH, HIST
Publications
[TBD] Juntang Wang, Runkun Guo, Dongmian Zou, Shixin Xu (2025). "Graph-affiliated Unsupervised Segmentation Assisted Simple Neural Network." 2025 IEEE International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedicine (BIBM). 1(1).
Yihan Wang†, Juntang Wang†, Xinze Xu, Yihen Han, Qinyi Chen, Ghulam Hussain, Xiawa Wang. (2025). "Analyzing Temperature-Induced Phase Transitions in LK-99 (Pb₁₀₋ₓCuₓ(PO₄)₆O)." 17th International conference on materials chemistry (MC17). 1(1).
Research experience
RINDSTU 393 – Unsupervised HSI Analysis
Research Independent Study, PI: Prof. Xiaobai Sun, Nikos Pitsianis & Dimitrios Floros
Aug 2024 - Present
Durham, NC
- Focused on Unsupervised Segmentation in Hyperspectral Images.
- Highly praised by PI, Proceeding a publication and a thesis.
- Supported by Semester Research Program from DODR.
ARTS&SCI 493 – Research Independent Study
Duke Office of DKU Relations, PI: Prof. Xiaobai Sun, Nikos Pitsianis & Dimitrios Floros
June - Aug 2024
Durham, NC
- Focused on Unsupervised Clustering for Hyperspectral Images.
- Highly praised by PI, Completed 1 manuscript, 1 peer presentation.
- Founded by SELF & SF from DKU.
Zu Chongzhi Center for Mathematics and Computational Science
Research Assistant, PI: Prof. Shixin Xu
Mar 2024 - Present
Kunshan, China
- Investigated on the topic of "Data Driven Model for AIS Reperfusion Decision-making."
- Milestoned a novel ODE model of the perfusion process in pwiMRI presurgery diagnosis for acute hemorrhagic, in comparison to previous Kernel models.
- Scraped 100+ fields from an open database about the topic of bacterial cultivation as a side project.
RINDSTU 393 – Photon & Exciton Dynamics
Research Independent Study, PI: Prof. Xiawa Wang
Mar - May 2024
Kunshan, China
- Continued unfinished research from previous studies on Photoluminescence and Superconductivity.
- Completed 2 manuscripts, currently in the process of publishing:
- Analyzing Temperature-Induced Phase Transitions in LK-99 (Pb10-xCux(PO4)6O)
- Comparative Study on the Optical and Vibrational Properties of NaBaYb(BO3)2 and KBaYb(BO3)2
- Achieved a grade of A.
RINDSTU 393 – Photoluminescence
Research Independent Study, PI: Prof. Xiawa Wang & Prof. Changcheng Zheng
Jan - Mar 2024
Kunshan, China
- Engaged in comprehensive research focused on "Photoluminescence in Rare-earth-based Materials."
- Developed and implemented an automated modification to conduct DFT calculation, non-self-consistent field (nSCF), Raman spectroscopy, and Photoluminescence (PL) shift analysis.
- In the process of authoring a research paper detailing these findings for publication, demonstrating potential impact in the field.
- Achieved a grade of A.
RINDSTU 393 – Superconductivity
Research Independent Study, PI: Prof. Xiawa Wang
Aug - Oct 2023
Kunshan, China
- Conducted in-depth research on "Superconductivity - Synthesizing and Testing on Edge Materials."
- Successfully synthesized pure samples of Li3Re3Te2O12 and Pb9Cu(PO4)6O. Performed X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis and levitation experiments to assess superconductivity.
- Developed a novel synthesis recipe with an altered ratio, leading to significant findings. Currently preparing a manuscript for publication.
- Achieved a grade of A.
Teaching
Teaching Assistant, DKU, Division of Natural and Applied Sciences, 2025
Instructor: Prof. Dangxing Chen
- Led weekly recitations covering core numerical methods topics and provided detailed solution walkthroughs
- Assisted students with MATLAB/Python implementations through coding office hours and debugging sessions
- Created comprehensive review materials for linear algebra, interpolation and numerical integration concepts
Teaching Assistant, Duke, Department of Computer Science, 2023
Instructor: Prof. Xiaobai Sun
- Pioneered first UTA for graduate course, from DKU at Duke.
- Led 7+ recitations and 30+ office hours.
- Administrated course Canvas, graded homeworks.
Teaching Assistant, DKU, Division of Natural and Applied Sciences, 2023
Instructor: Prof. Dang Xing Chen
- Conducted 10+ recitation sessions for a class of 40 students, focusing on practice problems and reviewing key concepts.
- Earned commendations for effective facilitation of learning from students and instructor.
Skills
Full Stack (excl. mobile)- ☆Python
- Java
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- HTML5/CSS3
- GitLab/GitHub CI/CD
- Cloudflare
Other Programming Lang.- ☆Wolfram
- ☆MATLAB
- Julia
- C
- C#
- Bash
- R
Tools & Tech.- LaTeX
- Markdown
- LLM as copilot
- Origin Lab
- QE/YAMBO
- Adobe Suite
- Unity
Languages- English (fluent)
- Mandarin (native)
- Kunshanese (conversational)
- Korean
- French
- Japanese
Work experience
Resident Assistant & Duty Assistant
Residence Life, DKU
Sep 2022 - Present
Kunshan, China
- Completed all duties and duty logs without absence, helped post RA recruitment info in CC building.
- Award: Duty Assistant of the Year (2022).
- Responsibilities: 10+ community events, 50+ duty shifts, dealt with50+ incidents with 0 mistakes.
Product Analyst, Intern
Second DX Division, NTT Data
July - Aug 2023
Wuxi, China
- Interned across all departments, guided by a research lab director affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
- Attended professional internal Japanese language classes at N1 level, gained insights from 12+ innovative software-related companies.
Business Banker, Intern
Business Department, Bank of Huaxia
Jun - July 2023
Suzhou, China
- Handled dozens of audit reports, conducted in-depth industry research, credit applications, and special case reports.
- Assisted in the loan department with responsibilities including auditing and archiving 500+ invoice verifications, managing bank drafts, and facilitating multimillion-dollar loan transactions.
Barista
Double-win Coffee
Jun - Aug 2022
Shanghai, China
- Acquired position of duty barista in 3 days, breaking the record.
- Increased daily sales by 50% through procedure improvements.
Leadership and Service
Kunshan Student Orientation Peers
Duke Office of DKU Relations
Aug 2024 - Present
Durham, NC
- Led a pod (20+) of DKU@Duke incoming peers.
- Succeed in getting the pod engaged in Orientation Week and events.
Training Leader
DKU Kendo Club
Aug 2023 - June 2024
Kunshan, China
- Ranked 1st in Kendo ranking competition.
- Operated Kendo workshop with 10+ participants.
Band Founder & Bassist
DKU Akat City Band
Aug 2023 - June 2024
Kunshan, China
- Founded and performed with band.
- Specializing in bass and guitar.
- Interests: gym, guitar, piano, cooking, bass, ACG, films
- Personal Projects:
- Developed pysgtsnepi, a Python wrapper for the SG-t-SNE-Π algorithm enabling dimensionality reduction and visualization.
- Created mheatmap, a Python package for advanced heatmap visualization and matrix analysis with features like mosaic heatmaps and spectral reordering.
- Planning an EEG signal processing project, secured SEED-V dataset from Shanghai Jiao Tong University; Planning a HSI analysis project, secured WU datasets from Wuhan University.
- Contributed to establishment and maintenance of HPC-based Linux server for quantum physics calculations.
- Implemented and refined edge AI generative tools, including Stable Diffusion versions, Ollama, and enhanced UI for both.
