Dr. Anu Ramaswami

Professor

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Biography

Anu Ramaswami is a prominent interdisciplinary environmental engineer recognized as a pioneer and leader in the topic of sustainable urban infrastructure systems. Her work explores seven key sectors that provide water, energy, food, buildings, mobility, connectivity, waste management, and green/public spaces, which shape human environmental wellbeing at both local and global scales. Ramaswami brings expertise across multiple disciplines, including environmental science, engineering, industrial ecology, public health, and public affairs, with a focus on human-centered systems. She has received numerous honors and awards, including the 2022 American Academy of Environmental Engineers & Scientists Science Award and the Steven K. Dentel Association Environmental Engineering & Science Professors Award. Ramaswami is also a member of UN Environment’s International Resource Panel and was a lead author for the IPCC Working Group III Chapter on Human Settlements, Infrastructure & Spatial Planning.

Research Interests

Courses

ENV 343 / CEE 343 / SAS 343 Inequality India: Interdisciplinary Global Perspective ENV 377 / CEE 377 / SAS 377 / URB 377 Sustainable Cities India: Technology & Policy Pathways CEE 598 / ENV 598 Special Topics Sustainable, Resilient Cities Infrastructure Systems

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
Application Checklist
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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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.