Dr. Rana Adhikari

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Biography

Rana Adhikari is a Professor of Physics at the California Institute of Technology, where he has been since 2012 after serving as an Assistant Professor from 2006 to 2012. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida in 1998 and completed his PhD at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2004. His research focuses on new detector technologies for fundamental physics experiments, particularly in the realms of gravitational waves and dark matter. Adhikari's work emphasizes precision measurements that push the limits of current capabilities in various fields, including mechanical oscillators, nonlinear optics, acoustic metamaterials, and high-efficiency photodetection for quantum measurements.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Conducting research and teaching in the field of Physics, focusing on gravitational waves and related experimental physics.

Assistant Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Involved in research and instruction in Physics, exploring new technologies for fundamental physics experiments.

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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