Dr. Christopher Smith

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christopher Smith is an Instructional Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University Galveston, where he specializes in Marine and Coastal Environmental Science. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2011), a Master of Science in Geology from Auburn University (2015), and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Georgia (2019). His research interests focus on Paleobiology, particularly marine micropaleontology and vertebrate paleontology, with a keen interest in anthropogenic impacts on marine environments. Smith has taught various courses including Earth Ocean Science, Historical Geology, Oceanography, Environmental Micropaleontology, Field Methods, Marine Science, Natural Disasters, and Ancient Sea Monsters. He has published multiple articles concerning the effects of heavy metals on foraminiferal assemblages and presented his research findings at several geological conferences.

Research Interests

Courses

Earth Ocean Science Historical Geology Oceanography Environmental Micropaleontology Field Methods Marine Science Natural Disasters Ancient Sea Monsters

Requirements for Texas A&M University Galveston

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field Undergraduate research experience (recommended)
Application Checklist
  • GraduateCAS Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts from all colleges attended
  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemistry; GRE General and Subject scores are not required or expected for Fall 2026.