Dr. Nofar Hemed

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Biography

Nofar Hemed received her Ph.D. from Tel-Aviv University in 2017, focusing on performance reliability in silicon nanowire-forest structure biosensor applications. She joined Stanford University in September 2017 as a Physical Science Research Scientist. Hemed is a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Eric Wendy Schmidt Postdoctoral Award that supports women in mathematical and computing sciences. Her research presently involves multi-array electrochemical brain mapping, a cutting-edge field that combines neuroscience and engineering techniques to advance our understanding of brain function through innovative biosensor technologies. Hemed has also been recognized with several accolades during her academic career, such as the VATAT Postdoctoral Award for excellent candidates from the Council for Higher Education in Israel and the Prize for Initiative Academic Excellence from Tel-Aviv University. Her work continues to contribute significantly to the fields of electrical engineering and applied physics.

Research Interests

Experience

Physical Science Research Scientist

2017-09-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Working on multi-array electrochemical brain mapping and biosensor technologies.

Awards

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Eric Wendy Schmidt Postdoctoral Award

2016-11-01
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VATAT Postdoctoral Award

2017-07-01
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Prize for Initiative Academic Excellence

2017-05-01

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
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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