Dr. Marko Cetina

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marko Cetina is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University. He received his Bachelor's degree from the California Institute of Technology in 2004 and completed his Ph.D. at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2011. His research focuses on quantum computing, particularly in the areas of thermalization dynamics and error correction. He has contributed significantly to the understanding and implementation of quantum simulation and the development of new quantum technologies. Cetina has published numerous papers in high-impact journals such as Nature and Science, and he is a member of the Duke Quantum Center. His work includes experimental implementations of quantum computing protocols and theoretical advancements in quantum mechanics. He is actively involved in teaching various courses, including Atomic Physics and General Physics I.

Research Interests

Courses

PHYSICS 671: Atomic Physics PHYSICS 491: Independent Study: Advanced Topics PHYSICS 361: Intermediate Mechanics PHYSICS 121DL: General Physics I-A

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)