Dr. Olivier Delaire

Associate Professor

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Biography

Olivier Delaire is an Associate Professor in the Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Duke University. He specializes in research areas including phonon dynamics, thermal conductivity, and electron-phonon interactions using neutron scattering techniques. Delaire has received several accolades for his contributions to materials science, including the Department of Energy Early Career Award in 2014 and the Clifford G. Shull Fellowship. He actively contributes to advancing the field through his extensive publications on the topics of ionic conduction and anharmonic lattice dynamics. Delaire's work integrates theoretical and experimental approaches to understand the manipulation of phonons and their implications for energy materials. He teaches graduate-level courses focusing on physics and materials science, including special readings and independent studies aimed at fostering scientific inquiry among students.

Research Interests

Phonon Dynamics Thermal Conductivity Electron-Phonon Interactions Neutron Scattering Techniques

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in the field of mechanical engineering and materials science.

Awards

#2014

DOE Early Career Award

2014-01-01
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World Materials Research Institute Forum Prize

2010-01-01
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Director's Award

2009-01-01

Courses

Graduate Training Internship Special Readings Independent Study Diffraction Spectrometry Special Projects Mechanical Engineering Special Topics Mechanical Engineering Thermodynamics Structure Properties Solids

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
  • GRE Scores (Optional for 2026)
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (PhD program)

Master Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Calculus Discrete Mathematics Data Structures Algorithms
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  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
  • GRE General (Required)
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science (MS program)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
  • GRE Scores (Optional)
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science (PhD program)

Master Program
Requirements
GRE General
Prerequisites
Calculus-based Probability and Mathematical Statistics sequence Matrix Algebra Applied Regression Analysis
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  • Candidate Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Application Fee ($105)
  • GRE Scores (Required)
Specialization Notes

Department of Statistical Science (MS program)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
Prerequisites
Multivariate Calculus Linear Algebra Real Analysis Calculus-based Mathematical Statistics/Probability
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Application Fee ($105)
  • GRE Scores (General Required)
Specialization Notes

Department of Statistical Science (PhD program)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry or engineering
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  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Cancer Biology (Molecular Cancer Biology PhD)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Life Experiences Statement
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

Department of Biology (PhD program)