Dr. Tuomas Knowles

Professor

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Biography

Professor Tuomas Knowles conducts research in Physical Chemistry with a focus on the biophysical aspects of biopolymers and soft systems. His work investigates the physical factors underlying self-assembly in protein molecules, aiming to understand the self-organization processes that contribute to complex matter in nature and provide functionality to living systems. His research seeks to elucidate the physical and chemical factors that control the structures and dynamics of biomolecular assemblies, exploring the connections between nanoscale characteristics of component molecules and the physical properties of large-scale assemblies. The laboratory employs various techniques, including biosensors, optical lithography, microfluidic devices, scanning probe microscopy, and spectroscopy. His interests span fundamental chemical physics and extend into technological applications in material science and molecular medicine.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.