Dr. Christopher Monroe

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Biography

Christopher Monroe is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Physics at Duke University. He serves as the Director of the Duke Quantum Center and is recognized for his contributions to quantum physics and information science. Monroe obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1987 and completed his Ph.D. at the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1992. His research interests focus on quantum physics and the applications of quantum information science, exploring the fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics and its implications for technology. He has been elected as a member of the National Academy of Sciences in 2016, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. Monroe teaches a variety of courses including Advanced Optics and Special Readings, guiding students through complex topics in physics and engineering. He is an active leader in his field, particularly in mentoring and guiding research in quantum applications, fostering advancements in this critical area of study.

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Courses

PHYSICS 89S: First-Year Seminar PHYSICS 791: Special Readings PHYSICS 621: Advanced Optics ECE 541: Advanced Optics ECE 494: Projects Electrical Computer Engineering ECE 493: Projects Electrical Computer Engineering ECE 270L9: Fields Waves: Fundamentals Information Propagation (Lab) ECE 270DL: Fields Waves: Fundamentals Information Propagation BME 552: Advanced Optics

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)