Dr. Tord Claeson

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Biography

Tord Claeson is a full professor in Quantum Device Physics at Chalmers University of Technology, with a focus on Microtechnology and Nanoscience. He has been active in research since 1982 and is partly emeritus. His research interests encompass the study of superconducting tunneling and electron properties of solids, as well as the Josephson effects using low noise detectors and sensors. These investigations also extend to space and neurological applications. Claeson has conducted transport experiments and spectroscopy topography based on metals, oxides, and high-temperature superconductors, while employing electron tunneling to explore excitations in superconductors, gapless superconductivity, amorphous metals, proximity effects, and magnetic properties, among others. He has established low-temperature nano-fabrication facilities instrumental for his research. Claeson is a member of various prestigious societies, including the Royal Society of Sciences and Arts in Gothenburg and the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. His contributions have been recognized through several awards, including the Jacob Wallenberg Prize and the IVA Gold Medal. He has also served on the Nobel Committee for Physics from 1989 to 2000 and has acted as an advisor to numerous national and international agencies and research centers.

Research Interests

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
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  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
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General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.