Dr. Jacob Madrid

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jacob Brett Madrid is an Assistant Research Professor in Mathematics at Duke University. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Utah, awarded in 2023. His research interests focus on various aspects of particle diffusion in physical, chemical, and biological systems, particularly in relation to first passage time (FPT) theories and their implications in cellular and molecular biology. His recent publications include works on the dynamics of diffusion in extreme passage regimes, probabilistic approaches to extreme statistics, and the study of multiple particles with reversible binding to targets. These contributions highlight his commitment to advancing the understanding of complex diffusion processes.

Research Interests

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)