Student Spotlight: Shengbo Wang
September 25, 2020
Meet Shengbo Wang
Incoming PhD student
HOMETOWN
Beijing
PLACE LIVED PRIOR TO STANFORD
Ithaca, New York
UNDERGRADUATE INSTITUTION
Cornell University
DEGREES AND MAJOR
BS in Operations Research
Pre-MS&E experience
As an undergraduate student at Cornell, I was introduced to and fascinated by the field of probability. Therefore, motivated by curiosity, I participated in 2 research projects on applied probability. Convinced by the great explanatory power of randomness in modeling social and natural phenomena and utility in devising better operation strategies, I am eager to join the effort of exploring properties of stochastic objects and researching their manifestation in operations research studies. MS&E is home to several highly respected faculty members whose research interests match closely with my own.
Desired post-MS&E impact
Given my inclination and curiosity to research in the field of applied probability, if possible, I intend to continue my academic journey after my PhD in MS&E. Hopefully, my research can provide the field with new insights into either theory or application.
Interests and hobbies
I am interested in origami and traveling. I enjoy casual cycling and hiking. Currently, I am developing a hobby in cooking.