Dr. Barry Rand

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Biography

Barry Rand is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Princeton University and serves as the Director of Graduate Studies. His research primarily focuses on thin film electronics and emerging semiconductors, aiming to make advanced device concepts a part of everyday life. Notably, his work has contributed to the successful establishment of thin film devices for OLED flat panel displays. He investigates the unique electronic and optical properties of thin film materials, particularly semiconductors, utilizing molecular, perovskite, and chalcogenide materials. Barry's studies encompass a range of fundamental optical and electrical characterization, device physics, and engineering processing, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of his work which intersects electrical engineering, materials science, physics, and chemistry. He collaborates extensively to progress the understanding and development of thin film electronic devices within structured labs designed for the preparation and testing of these innovative technologies.

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Doctorate Program
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GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.