Dr. Stephen Cronin

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Biography

Ph.D. in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2002, Stephen Cronin focuses his research on optical spectroscopy and electron transport in individual carbon nanotubes and graphene, as well as plasmon resonant enhancement in catalytic processes for solar fuel production. He conducted his doctoral research in Professor Mildred Dresselhaus' group at MIT, studying the transport properties of nanowires and quantum structures. Following his Ph.D., he completed post-doctoral research at Harvard University under Professor Michael Tinkham. Cronin has received multiple awards for his contributions to the field, including the NSF CAREER Award and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering Junior Faculty Research Award.

Research Interests

Awards

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Junior Faculty Research Award

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CAREER Award

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Curriculum Innovation Award

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Young Investigator Award

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Research Innovation Award

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Research Award

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Grainger Brown Physics Award

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Honor Society

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Book Prize

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Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Physics or related field
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