Dr. Martin Maldovan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martin Maldovan is an Associate Professor in the School of Physics at Georgia Tech. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a B.S. in Physics from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. His research focuses on the physics of thermal energy transport, nanoscale metamaterials, and phononic and photonic materials. Maldovan has contributed significantly to the understanding of thermal energy mass transport mechanisms in materials. His work includes innovative investigations into periodic materials and interference lithography, which are crucial for developing advanced materials with tailored thermal properties. His research has been published in various high-impact journals, including Nature and Advanced Materials, where he has explored topics such as sound heat revolutions, heat management thermocrystals, and the development of models for nanoscale thermal conduction and heat transport in semiconductors.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.