Dr. Katrin Becker

Professor

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Biography

Katrin Becker is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on string theory and quantum gravity, aiming to understand the fundamental laws of nature and reconcile the principles of gravity with quantum physics. She has contributed significantly to the field through co-authored widely cited papers on supersymmetric cycles and flux compactifications in string theory. Becker's work seeks to explore the implications of general relativity and its predictions about gravitation at large distances, as well as to describe subatomic particles using quantum field theory. Her efforts aim to construct a unified theory of nature, bridging the gap between quantum theories and gravitation. In addition, Becker has authored a textbook on string theory, contributing further to the academic community's understanding of this complex field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, specializing in string theory and quantum gravity.

Awards

#2017

Bush Excellence Award Faculty International Research

#2011

Member Institute Advanced Study

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Radcliffe Fellowship

#2003

Alfred Sloan Research Fellowship

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.