Dr. Andrew Spakowitz

Professor

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Biography

Andrew Spakowitz is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University and holds courtesy appointments in Materials Science Engineering and Applied Physics. His research lab focuses on understanding the fundamental chemical and physical phenomena underlying a range of biological processes and soft-material applications. The lab engages in several key research themes, including chromosomal organization dynamics, protein self-assembly, polymer membranes, and charge transport in conducting polymers. His work integrates theoretical and computational methodologies to tackle complex multidisciplinary problems, employing a variety of techniques like polymer field theory and Brownian dynamics simulations. Spakowitz's robust approach captures phenomena across diverse length and time scales, which is essential for addressing intricate scientific challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering with affiliations in Materials Science Engineering and Applied Physics.

Senior Associate Dean

2022-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Serves as the Senior Associate Dean for Research in Faculty Affairs.

Awards

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Terman Fellow

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CAREER Award

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ACS Global Outstanding Mentor

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Barrer Lecture

Courses

CHEMENG 340 CHEM 190 CHEM 90 BIOPHYS 399 APPPHYS 290 BIOPHYS 300 CHEMENG 600 MATSCI 200 MATSCI 300 MATSCI 299 PHYSICS 490 CHEM 200 CHEM 301 CHEMENG 190H CHEMENG 190 CHEMENG 514 CHEMENG 199

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
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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