Detroit,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Physics- Atomic Physics in Detroit United States | Wayne State University
Wayne State University
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Detroit United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,116
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
Our research primarily focuses on theoretical studies of scattering phenomena involving multiple target atoms and molecules. We examine interactions where both positrons (electron antiparticles) and electrons collide with diverse targets. Our investigations cover rare gas atoms, alkali metals, alkaline-earth elements, and select light molecules. We've computed cross sections for elastic/inelastic scattering and inner-shell ionization caused by positron and electron impacts, comparing these findings with experimental results.
Additional areas of study involve negative ion formation through dissociative electron attachment in various light molecules. This negative ion generation shows significant enhancement when molecules are initially in rovibrationally excited states. Expanding this work, we've determined cross sections for dissociative attachment, vibrational excitation, and molecular dissociation (studying H2 with its five isotopes, LiH, and two Li2 isotopes) during electron collisions. These atomic and molecular interaction processes hold substantial importance in astronomical and astrophysical contexts
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be considered for graduate admission, applicants must have completed an appropriate university-level program comparable in subject matter and credits to a Wayne State bachelor's degree program. While a degree in another country may have a similar name to a U.S. degree, that doesn't mean it requires similar lengths and content of study or that it should be accepted as equivalent.
All graduate applicants must:
Present an excellent scholastic record
Have sufficient financial resources for minimum tuition, supplies and living expenses
Be proficient in English
Applicants whose native language is not English must meet one of the following language proficiency requirements for admission: (1) submit an English language qualifying score, (2) receive provisional admission through the Wayne State University English Language Institute (ELI), (3) qualify for English proficiency exemption.
To establish English proficiency, you are required to submit an official qualifying score meeting minimum Graduate School requirements. The Graduate School's English Language Proficiency requirements are the absolute minimum, programs can set higher minimum standards. You are expected to meet the requirements set by your program of interest.
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
All graduate applicants must:
Present an excellent scholastic record
Have sufficient financial resources for minimum tuition, supplies and living expenses
Be proficient in English
Applicants whose native language is not English must meet one of the following language proficiency requirements for admission: (1) submit an English language qualifying score, (2) receive provisional admission through the Wayne State University English Language Institute (ELI), (3) qualify for English proficiency exemption.
To establish English proficiency, you are required to submit an official qualifying score meeting minimum Graduate School requirements. The Graduate School's English Language Proficiency requirements are the absolute minimum, programs can set higher minimum standards. You are expected to meet the requirements set by your program of interest.
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
Tuition
USD
28,116