Dr. Michael Wasielewski

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Biography

Michael R. Wasielewski is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. He earned his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Chicago in 1971 and 1975, respectively. His research focuses on light-driven processes in molecules and materials, including artificial photosynthesis and molecular electronics. He has made significant contributions to the field of quantum information science and ultrafast optical spectroscopy. Wasielewski directs the Center for Molecular Quantum Transduction and serves as Director of the Institute for Quantum Information Research Engineering (INQUIRE). His work is recognized for its impact in developing technologies related to quantum computing and energy conversion.

Research Interests

Awards

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Faraday Lectureship Prize

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Visiting Fellow

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Guilford Jones Lecturer

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Bergman Lecturer

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Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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