Dr. Sho Takatori

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sho Takatori is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. He focuses on teaching and research related to complex fluids and their mathematical modeling. His laboratory combines theory, simulation, and experimental methods to explore structure-property relationships in new materials. Takatori utilizes advanced microscopy to analyze data-rich images and applies data-driven techniques to bridge microscopic and continuum scales. His research interests encompass soft materials such as polymers and liquid crystals, as well as granular matter like sand and foams. Takatori is passionate about science communication and aims to effectively convey scientific knowledge to the public, believing in the importance of trust in science. He has participated in public speaking forums and seeks to enhance communication skills among students and researchers. Throughout his academic career, Takatori has received several awards, including the Young Faculty Award from DARPA and the NSF CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation.

Research Interests

Experience

Miller Research Fellow

— Present

Miller Institute Basic Research Science, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California, US

Engaged in research at the intersection of advanced materials and complex fluids.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California, US

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Awards

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Young Faculty Award (YFA)

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NSF CAREER

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Packard Fellowship Science Engineering

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Doctoral New Investigator

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Miller Research Fellowship

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Milton Francis Clauser Doctoral Prize

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Graduate Research Fellowship

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University Medal Finalist

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Gates Millennium Scholar

Courses

CHEMENG 105 CHEMENG 300 CME 330 BIOE 391 CHEMENG 600 CHEMENG 190H CHEMENG 190

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.