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Steven Chu is the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Physics and Molecular Cellular Physiology at Stanford University. He earned his A.B. degree in Mathematics and B.S. degree in Physics from the University of Rochester and completed his Ph.D. in Physics at the University of California, Berkeley in 1976. Prior to his current appointment, he served as the U.S. Secretary of Energy under President Barack Obama, where he initiated several energy-related programs, including the Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy and Energy Innovation Hubs. Chu has held various academic and leadership positions, including director of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and professor at the University of California, Berkeley. He has made significant contributions to the field of biophysics, such as laser cooling and optical trapping of atoms, and has conducted extensive research in molecular cellular physiology, medical imaging, and nanoparticle synthesis for battery research. Chu has received numerous accolades, including the 1997 Nobel Prize for his work on laser cooling and optical trapping of atoms and has been elected to various prestigious academies around the world.
U.S. Government • Washington, D.C.
Oversaw the Department of Energy, promoted initiatives like ARPA-E, and addressed national energy challenges.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • Berkeley, CA
Led the laboratory and advanced research in physical and biological sciences.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Conducted research and taught in the Department of Physics and Molecular Cell Biology.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Engaged in teaching and research in applied physics.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.