Dr. Arkajit Mandal

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Arkajit Mandal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Texas A&M University. His research interests lie in theoretical and computational chemistry, focusing on the interplay of quantum optics and quantum dynamics to understand and exploit exotic physical and chemical phenomena. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Rochester in 2021, where he was awarded the Outstanding Dissertation Award in 2022. Mandal also holds a B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry from Visva-Bharati University, completed in 2014 and 2016 respectively. His educational experience includes a postdoctoral research position as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at Columbia University from 2021 to 2024. He has received several accolades, including the American Chemical Society Chemical Computing Group Excellence Award in 2021 and the Graduate Award from the American Chemical Society in 2020. His academic contributions enhance the understanding of complex chemical systems through advanced theoretical frameworks.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Scientist

— Present

Columbia University • New York City, NY

Researching theoretical chemistry and exploring quantum dynamics.

Awards

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Outstanding Dissertation Award

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American Chemical Society Chemical Computing Group Excellence Award

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American Chemical Society Graduate Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.