Dr. Veit Elser

Professor

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Biography

Veit Elser is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Cornell University, where his research focuses on theoretical condensed-matter physics and biological physics. He has developed pioneering phase retrieval algorithms that play a crucial role in image reconstruction from noisy diffraction patterns. With a particular emphasis on data from x-ray free electron lasers and the Linac Coherent Light Source, Elser collaborates with experts such as Sol Gruner to work on reconstructing images under extremely low photon flux conditions. His research has addressed NP-hard problems and has broad implications in advancing methodologies within his field. Elser's contributions to academia have been recognized through various awards and honors, including the William L. McMillan Prize and being named a Fellow of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, as well as holding prestigious fellowships such as the Guggenheim Fellowship. He has a significant background in various academic positions, starting as an Assistant Professor before attaining his current professorship at Cornell University.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral member Technical Staff

— Present

AT&T Bell Laboratories • USA

Conducted research in the field of condensed matter physics.

Member, Technical Staff

— Present

AT&T Bell Laboratories • USA

Continued research and development in advanced computing methods.

Assistant Professor, Physics

— Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Lectured and conducted research in physics.

Associate Professor, Physics

— Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Advanced the study of theoretical physics and supervised graduate students.

Professor, Physics

— Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Leading research initiatives and guiding academic programs within the department.

Visiting Professor

— Present

Universität Tübingen • Germany

Engaged in collaborative research and academic exchange.

Awards

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William L. McMillan Prize

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Alfred P. Sloan Fellow

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Presidential Young Investigator

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David and Lucille Packard Fellow

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Guggenheim Fellow

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Alexander von Humboldt Fellow

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Erskine Fellow

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Simons Fellow in Theoretical Physics

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture