Dr. James Valles

Professor

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Biography

Professor James M. Valles has been a faculty member at Brown University since 1992. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College in 1981, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts in 1988. He previously served as an Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Oregon from 1989 to 1992 and as a postdoctoral member of the technical staff at AT&T Bell Laboratories from 1987 to 1989. Valles has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Fellowship and being elected as a Fellow of the American Physical Society. His research primarily focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, particularly in areas like superconductivity, electron correlation effects, and the application of magnetic fields in cell biology. Valles leads a research group dedicated to understanding low-temperature physics and its implications for biological systems. His work has garnered funding from prestigious organizations such as the National Science Foundation and NASA. Notable awards include the Philip J. Bray Award for Excellence in Science Teaching and the Harriet W. Sheridan Award for Distinguished Contribution to Teaching and Learning.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1992-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Joined the faculty in 1992 and teaches various physics courses.

Assistant Professor

1989-01-01 — 1992-01-01

University of Oregon • Eugene, OR

Served as an Assistant Professor in the Physics Department.

Postdoctoral Member of the Technical Staff

1987-01-01 — 1989-01-01

AT&T Bell Laboratories • Murray Hill, NJ

Worked on various projects in condensed matter physics.

Awards

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Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship

1990-01-01
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Harriet W. Sheridan Award for Distinguished Contribution to Teaching and Learning

2012-01-01
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Philip J. Bray Award for Excellence in Science Teaching

2019-01-01

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics