Dr. Michael Fayer

Professor

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Biography

Michael Fayer is the David Mulvane Ehrsam Edward Curtis Franklin Professor of Chemistry at Stanford University, where he has made significant contributions to the understanding of complex molecular systems through ultrafast methods. His research primarily focuses on the use of non-linear UV/Vis techniques, facilitating the study of molecular dynamics in mesoscopic structures. His innovative approach involves ultrafast two-dimensional infrared spectroscopies which unravel dynamics of water confined to nanometer-length scales and various other materials. Fayer's work bridges chemistry, biology, and materials science, capturing essential details about molecular interactions and dynamics. A distinguished academic, he has held various roles from Assistant to Professor at Stanford since 1974, and has received multiple prestigious awards including the William F. Meggers Award and the Peter Debye Award. His academic influence extends through editorial roles in notable journals and extensive mentorship of doctoral students. Fayer continues to lead a dynamic research group dedicated to advancing the field of ultrafast spectroscopy, probing the microscopic mechanisms that define molecular processes in diverse environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

David Mulvane Ehrsam Edward Curtis Franklin Professor Chemistry

Professor

1984-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor Chemistry

Associate Professor

1980-01-01 — 1984-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Associate Professor Chemistry

Assistant Professor

1974-01-01 — 1980-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Assistant Professor Chemistry

Professor

1982-01-01 — 1982-01-01

University of Grenoble • Grenoble, France

Professor Physics

Awards

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Foreign Fellow

2022-01-01
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William F. Meggers Award

2022-01-01
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Peter Debye Award

2021-01-01
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Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award

2018-01-01
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Ahmed Zewail Award

2014-01-01
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Arthur L. Schawlow Prize

2012-01-01
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Ellis R. Lippincott Award

2009-01-01
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Fellow

2009-01-01
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Fellow

2008-01-01
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E. Bright Wilson Award

2007-01-01
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Fellow

2007-01-01
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Earl K. Plyler Prize

2000-01-01
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Fellow

1999-01-01
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Dean's Award

1986-01-01
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Fellow

1983-01-01
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Fellow

1982-01-01
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Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award

1977-01-01
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Fellow

1977-01-01
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Fellow

1977-01-01
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Phi Beta Kappa

1969-01-01
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Fellow

1966-01-01

Courses

CHEM 275 CHEM 176 CHEM 190 CHEM 90 CHEM 200 CHEM 301 CHEM 271 CHEM 173

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.