Dr. Christopher Jones

Professor

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Biography

Christopher W. Jones is a Professor in the School of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Georgia Institute of Technology. He has a B.S.E. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and both an M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the California Institute of Technology. His research interests encompass energy-related topics such as CO2 capture and lignocellulose conversion, as well as varied aspects of catalysis including heterogeneous and homogeneous processes. He has made significant contributions to the study of materials, molecular catalysts, and adsorption technologies, with an emphasis on silica, zeolites, and metal-organic frameworks. Throughout his career, Dr. Jones has received numerous accolades, including the CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation and recognition for his research and teaching excellence from various institutions.

Research Interests

Awards

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CAREER Award

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Faculty Career Initiation Award

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CETL/BP Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award

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Sigma Xi Young Faculty Award

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DuPont Young Faculty Award

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Hesburgh Teaching Fellow

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Dreyfus Foundation Fellowship

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Ipatieff Prize

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Georgia Tech Award Outstanding Faculty Research Author

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Georgia Tech Award Outstanding Achievement Research Program Development

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Paul H. Emmett Award Fundamental Catalysis

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Curtis W. McGraw Research Award

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Union Carbide Innovation Recognition Award

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.