Dr. Andrei Linde

Professor

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Biography

Andrei Linde is a Professor of Physics at Stanford University, renowned for his contributions to inflationary cosmology and the development of the theory of the eternal inflationary multiverse. Over his distinguished career, he has emphasized the cosmological implications of string theory and supergravity, proposing realistic models of inflation based in these frameworks. He is recognized for the profound impact of his work on our understanding of the universe's origin and structure, suggesting that the universe was born from a rapid inflationary phase. His teachings have influenced many areas of physics, inspiring new generations of scientists and shaping contemporary cosmological research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Serving as a Professor of Physics with a focus on inflationary theories and their implications.

Professor

— Present

Lebedev Physical Institute • Moscow, Russia

Engaged in research and teaching in the field of physics.

Junior Research Fellow

— Present

Lebedev Physical Institute • Moscow, Russia

Conducted research in theoretical physics.

Awards

#2018

Gamow Prize

#2014

Kavli Prize in Astrophysics

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Member

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Fundamental Physics Prize

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Member

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Correspondent Member

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Medal

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Thomson Scientific Laureate in Physics

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Robinson Prize in Cosmology

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Humboldt Research Award

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Peter Gruber Prize in Cosmology

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Dirac Medal

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Oskar Klein Medal

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Lomonosov Award

Courses

PHYSICS 291 PHYSICS 490 PHYSICS 452 PHYSICS 23

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.