Dr. Debanjan Chowdhury

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Debanjan Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Cornell University. He earned his Integrated M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Kanpur in 2010, followed by an A.M. and Ph.D. in Physics from Harvard University in 2012 and 2016, respectively. His research interests primarily revolve around Theoretical Condensed-Matter Physics, focusing on the behavior of strongly correlated quantum matter and the implications of quantum field theory and quantum information. His work addresses fundamental questions regarding non-Fermi liquid metals, transport properties in superconductors, and the interplay between quantum criticality and transport phenomena in moiré materials. Dr. Chowdhury's innovative approach combines theoretical models with the nuance of experimental observations, providing a robust framework for understanding complex physical systems. He has advised graduate students and postdoctoral researchers and has received several accolades for his work, including a Moore Foundation Fellowship. His publications span various prestigious journals, contributing significantly to the fields of condensed matter and quantum physics.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Teaching and conducting research in the field of physics, focusing on theoretical condensed-matter physics.

Awards

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Moore Foundation Fellow

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NSF CAREER Award

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Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture