Dr. Valery Milner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Valery Milner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of British Columbia. He earned his Doctoral Degree from the Weizmann Institute of Science, specializing in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics. His research interests include Ultrafast Quantum Coherent Control and Ultrafast Spectroscopy, where he utilizes high-power ultrashort laser pulses to study and manipulate molecular motion and interactions. Milner's work has significant implications for the understanding of molecular dynamics and the creation of new states of matter. His team is known for developing techniques to control molecular rotation using laser light, paving the way for breakthroughs in the field. He also conducts research on quantum chaos and its effects on molecular systems, focusing on the interplay between quantum mechanics and molecular dynamics. The interdisciplinary nature of his work emphasizes collaboration with experimental and theoretical chemists. Professor Milner has held various academic positions at the University of British Columbia and previously worked in several research institutions including Lucent Technologies and the University of Texas at Austin, accumulating a rich history of academic achievement and recognition, including awards for his dissertation and outstanding Ph.D. students from the Soviet Union.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Physics, specializing in Ultrafast Quantum Coherent Control.

Assistant Professor

2010-01-01 — 2016-01-01

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Conducted research and taught courses in physics.

Senior Research Associate

2004-01-01 — 2010-01-01

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Worked in research focused on atomic and molecular physics.

Research Associate

2002-01-01 — 2004-01-01

City University of New York • New York, NY, USA

Conducted research in applied physics.

Research Scientist

2001-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Lucent Technologies • Murray Hill, NJ, USA

Worked on advanced research projects.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1998-01-01 — 2001-01-01

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, USA

Focused on applied molecular physics research.

Awards

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Outstanding Dissertation Award

1998-01-01
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Outstanding Ph.D. Students Scholarship

1992-01-01

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.