Dr. Egor Babaev

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Biography

Egor Babaev is a Professor in the Department of Theoretical Physics at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), focusing on condensed matter theory. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Department of Theoretical Physics at Uppsala University in 2001. Following his doctorate, he undertook postdoctoral research at Uppsala University and Cornell University, solidifying his expertise in the field. Babaev has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor and later Associate Professor at KTH, where he has contributed significantly to the understanding of complex systems in material physics. He has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Göran Gustafsson Prize from the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and the National Science Foundation CAREER Award. His research interests include the theory of multicomponent superconductors, superfluidity, and topological solitons, making essential contributions to the theoretical framework and predictions of new states of matter. Babaev actively engages in teaching and mentoring students, overseeing courses related to condensed matter theory and statistical mechanics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-11-01 — Present

Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research in theoretical physics and supervising graduate students.

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — 2015-10-31

Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) • Stockholm, Sweden

Conducted research in condensed matter physics and taught courses.

Assistant Professor

2007-09-01 — 2013-12-31

University of Massachusetts Amherst • Amherst, MA, USA

Engaged in theoretical research and taught physics courses.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2003-09-01 — 2006-07-31

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY, USA

Conducted postdoctoral research in theoretical physics.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2001-09-01 — 2003-08-31

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Conducted research in theoretical physics.

Awards

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Elected Fellow

2018-01-01
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Göran Gustafsson Prize

2015-01-01
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Outstanding Young Researcher Grant

2013-01-01
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University of Massachusetts Exceptional Merit Award

2011-01-01
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Outstanding Referee

2011-01-01
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Tage Erlander Prize in Physics

2010-01-01
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National Science Foundation CAREER Award

2010-01-01
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Advanced Research Fellow

2008-01-01

Courses

Condensed Matter Theory (FSI3200) Condensed Matter Theory (SI2600) Degree Project Theoretical Physics (SI201X) Statistical Mechanics (FSI3070) Statistical Mechanics (SI2510)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
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  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Specialization Notes

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