Dr. Massimo Boninsegni

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Biography

Massimo Boninsegni is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta. He focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics, particularly the quantum many-body problem, superconductivity, superfluidity, and Bose condensation. His research employs Quantum Monte Carlo simulations and computational physics techniques to explore these complex phenomena. Boninsegni's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the Università degli Studi di Genova in Italy in 1986, followed by a PhD in Physics from Florida State University in 1992. He has held various postdoctoral and academic positions, including a Postdoctoral Research Associate at NCSA, University of Illinois, and both Assistant and Associate Professor roles at San Diego State University, before joining the University of Alberta in a tenure-track position in 2002. In addition to his research, he teaches multiple physics courses, enriching the academic experience of students in the Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

1992-01-01 — 1995-01-01

NCSA, University of Illinois • Illinois, USA

Postdoctoral Fellow

1995-01-01 — 1997-01-01

University of Delaware • Delaware, USA

Assistant Professor

1997-01-01 — 2001-01-01

San Diego State University • California, USA

Associate Professor

2001-01-01 — 2002-01-01

San Diego State University • California, USA

Associate Professor

2002-01-01 — 2005-01-01

University of Alberta • Alberta, Canada

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Alberta, Canada

Awards

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Fellow

2008-01-01

Courses

EN PH 131 - Mechanics PHYS 124 - Particles Waves

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management