Dr. Rob Phillips

Professor

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Biography

Rob Phillips is the Fred Nancy Morris Professor of Biophysics, Biology, and Physics at the California Institute of Technology. He completed his B.S. at the University of Minnesota in 1986 and earned his Ph.D. from Washington University in 1989. Phillips has served as the Clark Millikan Visiting Assistant Professor at Caltech, from 1997, and became a full professor in 2000. His research primarily focuses on physical biology, with specific interests in modeling transcription, active matter, physical genomes, and biophysical approaches to evolution. Professor Phillips is noted for his work in understanding cellular processes through quantitative biophysical methods, contributing significantly to the fields of biology and physics. His teaching includes courses on evolution and physical biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Served as a professor focusing on research in physical biology and related academic disciplines.

Morris Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Currently holds the position of Fred Nancy Morris Professor, engaged in research and teaching.

Courses

Evolution Physical Biology Cell

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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