Dr. Francisco Alvarado

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Biography

Francisco Alvarado graduated from Harbin Institute of Technology in the Summer of 2021 with an MSci in Chemistry. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in the Microscopy group at the University of Warwick under the supervision of Prof. Richard Beanland. His research interests focus on III-V antimonides, known for their excellent physical properties and their potential applications in new memory technologies, middle and far-infrared quantum cascade lasers, and thermophotovoltaic cells. Francisco aims to use Electron Microscopy techniques to understand the origins of defects and their effects, such as interfacial atomic segregation and electronic structure modifications due to strain relief at interfaces. He is dedicated to addressing the challenges of achieving high-quality functional structures in these materials.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.