Dr. Subir Sachdev

Professor

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Biography

Subir Sachdev is the Herchel Smith Professor of Physics at Harvard University, where he specializes in theoretical condensed matter physics. His research interests encompass quantum phase transitions, quantum criticality, and holographic quantum matter. Sachdev has made significant contributions to the understanding of complex quantum systems, particularly in the context of high-temperature superconductors and quantum liquids. He is known for his work on the Sachdev-Ye-Kitaev model, a significant theoretical framework for understanding non-Fermi liquids and quantum entanglement. With a prominent academic career, he has authored or co-authored numerous influential papers and has been recognized with several awards for his scholarly excellence. Sachdev has also been involved in organizing international conferences and summer schools related to quantum physics, fostering collaborative research and education in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-09-01 — Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA, USA

Teaching and conducting research in theoretical condensed matter physics.

Awards

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PROSE Award

2024-01-01

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).