Dr. Logan Wright

Professor

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Biography

Logan Wright is a Professor at Yale Engineering with a Ph.D. from Cornell University. His research interests encompass physical computation, control, and complexity, primarily focusing on photons. He is investigating physical quantum neural networks, leveraging controllable parameters in physical systems for analog computing and computational imaging. Additionally, his work delves into automated experimental science and engineering, utilizing computer-driven methods for discovery and control of complex physical systems, along with physics-informed machine learning. His explorations in multimode quantum nonlinear photonics cover applications of nonlinear quantum optical wave propagation and oscillators, emphasizing degrees of freedom in physics. Wright's work integrates experimental, theoretical, and computational aspects, revealing significant contributions to the understanding and application of photonics in diverse fields, including robotics, applied mathematics, fluids, biology, and materials science.

Research Interests

Awards

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Cornell William Nichols Findley Award

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Tingye Li Innovation Prize

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Optica Outstanding Reviewer Recognition

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Cornell William Nichols Findley Award

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.