Dr. Udo Schwarz

Professor

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Biography

Udo D. Schwarz is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yale University. His research focuses on local measurement of atomic-scale interactions, spanning mechanical, electrical, and chemical properties. He investigates materials science problems intersecting surface physics and chemistry, particularly those related to heterogeneous catalysis and nanotribology, which addresses the atomic mechanisms of friction and adhesion. Prof. Schwarz employs nanoindentation and mechanical structural testing methods for the characterization of novel materials, especially metallic alloys. His lab specializes in developing high-resolution scanning probe microscopy and nanoindentation-based techniques to facilitate his studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Conducting research and teaching in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

Awards

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Honorary Degree

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Heisenberg Fellowship

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Gaede Award

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Habilitation

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Venia Legendi

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.