Dr. Dennis Kent

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dennis Kent is an Adjunct Senior Research Scientist at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University, and a Professor Emeritus at Rutgers University. He has co-authored over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, with a significant impact on the fields of paleogeography, paleoclimate, the long-term carbon cycle, and geomagnetic processes. His work has received 47,000 citations, and he has an h-index of 100. Kent has served in key roles on the governing boards of multiple oceanographic institutions and has been involved in international drilling programs. He has held leadership positions in professional organizations, including serving as president of the Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism Section of the AGU. Additional contributions include editorial roles and a strong academic presence through his research interests in paleomagnetism and climate change.

Research Interests

Awards

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John Adam Fleming Medal

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Fellow

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Arduino Lecture

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William Gilbert Award

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Petrus Peregrinus Medal

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Docteur honoris causa

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Member

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Board of Trustees Award for Excellence in Research

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Arthur L. Day Medal

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Vening Meinesz Medal

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Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)