Dr. Brian Ellis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Brian R. Ellis is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His academic journey includes a PhD from Princeton University, earned in 2012, and prior degrees at the same institution. Brian's research interests focus on sustainable development practices and emerging energy technologies, particularly concerning geological storage of CO2 and hydraulic fracturing methods. His work utilizes a blend of experimental studies, imaging techniques such as computed micro-tomography and X-ray fluorescence, as well as geochemical modeling to investigate subsurface interactions. He is particularly interested in the evolution of permeability in fractured geological media and the transport of groundwater contaminants. With several organizational memberships, including the American Geophysical Union and the American Chemical Society, Brian actively engages in professional service. His accolades include the CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation, among others. Throughout his career, he has contributed to numerous publications and continues to influence the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, Michigan

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Awards

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CAREER Award

2020-01-01
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CEE Faculty Excellence Award

2019-01-01
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National Academy Engineering Frontiers Engineering Symposium

2018-01-01
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NSF SEES Fellow

2016-01-01
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ExCeed Fellowship

2015-01-01
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Doctoral New Investigator Award

2015-01-01
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Junior Fellow

2012-01-01
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Freeman Fellowship

2010-01-01
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NSF-AEESP Grand Challenge Student Paper Award

2009-01-01
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Science, Technology & Environmental Policy Fellowship

2009-01-01

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science