Dr. Peter Balling

Professor

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Biography

Peter Balling is a professor at Aarhus University specializing in experimental atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics, with a common broad theme of light-matter interaction. His research focuses on the interaction of ultrashort laser pulses with matter, combining advanced time-resolved experiments with detailed modeling of material dynamics. He has made significant contributions to medical physics, specifically in three-dimensional radiation dosimetry using optical methods. He actively collaborates with researchers in related fields such as chemistry and nanotechnology, and he engages in collaboration with industrial partners both in Denmark and abroad. In addition to his research, he contributes to teaching a wide range of courses at the bachelor's and master's levels, emphasizing active student engagement. He supervises students at various levels, including bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D., with a focus on aligning expectations early for successful outcomes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Aarhus University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Specific credit requirements in programming, algorithms, and computer systems
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science offers tracks in Software Efficiency, Cryptography, and Data Science.