Dr. George Schatz

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Biography

George C. Schatz is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. He specializes in theoretical and computational chemistry, focusing on problems in nanotechnology, molecular dynamics, optical properties of materials, and biophysics. His research interests include electronic structure methods, quantum-classical theories, and the dynamics of molecular self-assembly, as well as plasmonic nanoparticles and their applications in spectroscopy, scattering, and photocatalysis. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of how light interacts with nanostructured materials and has developed methods to describe various optical phenomena. Additionally, he explores the chemical processes that occur under nonthermal conditions and is involved in experimental and theoretical studies concerning the reactions at the molecular level. His academic career has included recognition with various prestigious awards for his impactful research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Leading research in theoretical and computational chemistry with a focus on nanotechnology and optical properties.

Awards

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Alfred P. Sloan Fellow

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Dreyfus Fellow

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National Fresenius Award

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Fellow, American Physical Society

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Max Planck Research Award

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Editor-in-Chief, Journal Physical Chemistry

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Fellow, International Academy Quantum Molecular Science

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Member, National Academy Sciences

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Faraday Division Bourke Medal

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Feynman Prize

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Hirschfelder Prize, University of Wisconsin

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Ahmed Zewail Prize

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Marsha Lester Award for Extraordinary Impact in Physical Chemistry

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.