Dr. Joseph Falson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joseph Falson is an Assistant Professor in Materials Science at Caltech. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of quantum materials that exhibit emergent functionalities. Falson's group specializes in the growth of thin films and high-quality crystals, as well as the physical evaluation of materials in extreme environments, such as low temperatures and high magnetic fields. He completed his Bachelor of Science at the University of New South Wales in 2009, followed by a Master of Science degree at Tohoku University in 2012, and a Ph.D. at the University of Tokyo in 2015. After his graduate studies, he worked as a Visiting Associate at Caltech in 2019 and became an Assistant Professor in 2020. He was recognized as a Hurt Scholar in 2021.

Research Interests

Quantum Materials Thin-Film Growth Physical Evaluation Emergent Functionalities

Courses

APh/MS/ME 105 abc – States of Matter MS 110 abc – Materials Research Lectures MS/APh 162 – Electronic Structure of Materials MS 131 – Structure and Bonding of Materials MS/APh 162 – Electronic Materials

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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