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Chen Xu is an Associate Research Scientist and Visiting Lecturer in the Department of Marine Coastal Environmental Science at Texas A&M University Galveston. He has a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science from Xiamen University (2004), a Master's in Oceanography from Texas A&M University (2007), and a PhD in Oceanography from Texas A&M University (2011). His research focuses on the interaction of natural organic matter with radionuclides and the biogeochemical processes affecting marine environments. Xu has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as uranium biogeochemistry, the role of microbial exopolymers, and the impact of environmental factors on radionuclide mobilization. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Oceanography, contributing to both the development of the curriculum and the mentorship of students. Xu has received numerous accolades for his research and teaching efforts, including the Association of Former Students Distinguished Graduate Student Award at Texas A&M University in 2012.
Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.