Dr. Alison Ferris

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alison M. Ferris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University. Her research group conducts experimental work at the intersection of chemical kinetics and optical diagnostics in the field of fuel science. She employs shock waves and optical diagnostics to study high-temperature, gas-phase reaction chemistry and develop laser-based diagnostic tools aimed at guiding the development of next-generation, sustainable fuels. Her current research interests include measuring key reaction rates related to low-carbon fuels, investigating the link between aviation-produced particulates and subsequent contrail formation, and accelerating the development of sustainable aviation fuels through data-driven predictive modeling.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.