Dr. Christopher Griffin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christopher Griffin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Princeton University, where he conducts research on Earth History and Paleoclimate. His academic interests lie in vertebrate paleontology, focusing on the evolutionary processes and developmental biology that inform our understanding of anatomical structures in ancient organisms. Through his investigations, Griffin contributes to the understanding of how climatic changes have historically affected vertebrate evolution. He is committed to advancing knowledge in the field of paleoclimate and has developed a research agenda that encompasses various aspects of vertebrate evolution and the environmental contexts of anatomical variation.

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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.