Dr. Mike Chatzittofi

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Biography

Mike Chatzittofi is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Soft Matter group at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge. He holds a PhD in Physics from the Living Matter Physics Department at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Self-Organization, which he completed in 2024. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned an MPhys in Mathematical Physics from the University of Edinburgh. His research interests are focused on non-equilibrium statistical physics, active matter, stochastic thermodynamics, and molecular machines, including enzymes. Throughout his academic career, Chatzittofi has contributed to the understanding of complex physical systems, publishing several papers and actively engaging in collaborative research within the scientific community.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2025-01-01 — Present

Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England

Conducting research in the Soft Matter group.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2024-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Living Matter Physics Department, Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Self-Organization • Göttingen, Germany

Engaged in research focused on living matter physics.

PhD Student

2021-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Living Matter Physics Department, Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Self-Organization • Göttingen, Germany

Conducted research as part of the doctoral program in physics.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.