Dr. Michael Niemack

Professor

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Biography

Michael Niemack is a Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Cornell University, specializing in cosmology and astrophysics. His research primarily focuses on studying the cosmic microwave background (CMB) and the fundamental physics governing the universe, including dark energy and dark matter. Over the years, Dr. Niemack has played a pivotal role in the development of advanced detector technologies for precision measurements of microwave radiation and CMB surveys. His work involves the design and deployment of superconducting detectors and optics instruments that enhance observational capabilities at millimeter and sub-millimeter wavelengths. He has been integral to significant projects such as the Atacama Cosmology Telescope (ACT) and is actively involved in the CCAT Observatory and the Simons Observatory. Michael earned his Ph.D. from Princeton University in 2008 and has held various positions including Research Faculty at the University of Colorado and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Cornell. He has authored numerous publications in prestigious journals, further contributing to the understanding of the universe's evolution and structure. Michael's external collaborations within the scientific community emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in tackling complex astrophysical questions.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

— Present

Princeton University Physics Department • Princeton, NJ

Research Faculty

— Present

University of Colorado, Boulder, National Institute of Standards and Technology • Boulder, CO

Adjunct Assistant Professor

— Present

Physics, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Assistant Professor

— Present

Physics, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Associate Professor

— Present

Physics, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Associate Professor

— Present

Astronomy, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Visiting Scientist

— Present

University of Innsbruck • Innsbruck, Austria

Professor

— Present

Physics Astronomy, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Awards

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Centennial Fellow

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National Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture