Dr. Sergei Savikhin

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Biography

Sergei Savikhin is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Purdue University. He has a distinguished academic and research career, having received his M.S. summa cum laude from Tartu State University and completing his Ph.D. there in 1990. His research focuses on femtosecond optical studies of artificial and natural biological systems, membrane proteins, and their structure and function, utilizing structure-based computer modeling. He has made significant contributions to understand exciton kinetics in semiconductors, molecular crystals, and biological structures, and he is involved in the development of biomimetic devices and ultrafast experimental techniques. He has held various academic positions since 2001, progressing from Assistant Professor to his current role. His efforts in teaching and research have earned him several awards, recognizing his excellence in undergraduate teaching and his success in attracting large funded research programs.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, focusing on research in optical studies and biological systems.

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Taught courses in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and conducted research.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Started an academic career focusing on research and teaching physics.

Associate Scientist

1993-01-01 — 2001-01-01

Ames Laboratory • Ames, IA

Conducted research in physical sciences.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

1991-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Tartu State University • Tartu, Estonia

Worked on various advanced research projects in physics.

Scientist

1990-01-01 — 1991-01-01

Institute of Physics of Estonian Academy of Sciences • Tallinn, Estonia

Performed research in physics.

Junior Scientist

1983-01-01 — 1990-01-01

Institute of Physics • Tartu, Estonia

Engaged in early-stage research activities.

Awards

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Ruth Joel Spira Award

2003-01-01
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Seeds Excellence Award

2004-01-01

Requirements for Purdue University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
GRE Subject
Prerequisites
Knowledge of general physics Intermediate level mechanics Electricity and magnetism Statistical and thermal physics Quantum mechanics
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