Dr. Thomas Rosenbaum

Professor

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Biography

Thomas F. Rosenbaum is the President and Sonja William Davidow Presidential Chair at the California Institute of Technology, where he has served since 2014. He is a Professor of Physics and has made significant contributions to the field of condensed matter physics, particularly in the study of quantum materials and low-temperature phenomena. Rosenbaum earned his A.B. from Harvard College in 1977, followed by an M.A. from Princeton University in 1979 and a Ph.D. in 1982. His career at Caltech has been marked by leadership roles and a commitment to advancing research and education in the sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

President

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Oversees the operations and academic strategies of Caltech.

Davidow Presidential Chair

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Holds a prestigious chair position recognizing excellence in research and education.

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Conducts research and teaches in the Department of Physics.

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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Specialization Notes

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