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Jie Shan

Professor of Physics at Cornell University

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About Jie Shan

Jie Shan was a researcher and professor.

Jie Shan is a Chinese-American scientist who is Professor of Physics and Head of Graduate Studies at Cornell University. Her research considers the advanced characterization of two dimensional materials. She was elected Fellow of the American Physical Society in 2013.

Early life and education Shan grew up in Zhejiang. At school she liked mathematics and chemistry. She moved to Columbia University for graduate studies, 2013 Fellow of the American Physical Society 2021 Mildred Dresselhaus Prize

Selected publications

Personal life Shan runs a joint research group with her husband Kin Fai Mak.

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Important facts

Born
Zhejiang
Education
Case Western Reserve University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Moscow State University
Employers
Cornell University

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jie Shan?

Professor of Physics at Cornell University

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Jie Shan was born in Zhejiang.

What was Jie Shan's occupation?

Jie Shan was a researcher and professor.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jie Shan

· Wikidata: Q90439039

· DBpedia: Jie Shan

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