Dr. Carsten Sievers

Professor

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Biography

Carsten Sievers is a Professor and the Robert L. Seldomridge Faculty Fellow in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on kinetic studies pertaining to biomass conversion, specifically in gas-liquid phases. Sievers aims to understand and improve the stability of solid catalysts in hot liquid water environments. His work also involves surface-sensitive spectroscopy to analyze solid-catalyzed reactions, the development of various solvents, and the characterization of solid catalysts and materials. He has conducted substantial research in the kinetics of gasification and pyrolysis processes applied to biomass and coal, contributing significantly to the field of catalytic conversion and renewable energy.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.