Dr. Michael Tauber

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael J. Tauber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on physical chemistry and spectroscopy, exploring diverse topics such as coupled organic molecules, singlet fission, charge transport spectroscopy, and vibrational electronic spectroscopy of various materials including minerals and rocks. He is particularly interested in advanced solar cells and their applications. His interdisciplinary work spans physical organic chemistry, biophysics, and Earth planetary science, making significant contributions to the understanding of molecular aggregates, thin films, and other complex systems. Tauber’s expertise includes the study of excited states and timescales ranging from femtoseconds to seconds, further advancing the field of materials science and spectroscopy.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Scientist

2019-05-01 — 2020-05-01

Earth Planets Lab, Carnegie Science • Washington, DC

Conducted research in the Earth and Planetary Sciences, focusing on applications of physical chemistry.

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).