Dr. Iman Marvian

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Iman Marvian received his Ph.D. in Physics in 2012 from the University of Waterloo and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, Canada. After completing his doctoral studies, he moved to Duke University, where he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Southern California and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Marvian is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and a member of the Duke Quantum Center. His primary research interest is in quantum information computation theory, where he has contributed extensively to topics such as quantum algorithms, quantum circuits, symmetry-protected topological order, quantum error suppression, open quantum systems, and quantum thermodynamics. This diverse range of interests showcases his commitment to advancing the understanding and applications of quantum mechanics within the field of electrical engineering and computer science.

Research Interests

Awards

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National Science Foundation CAREER Award

Courses

PHYSICS 623: Quantum Information Theory PHYSICS 491: Independent Study: Advanced Topics PHYSICS 380: Introduction Quantum Information Science MATH 363: Introduction Quantum Information Science ECE 623: Quantum Information Theory

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)