Dr. Dev Niyogi

Professor

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Biography

Dev Niyogi is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin's Jackson School of Geosciences, specializing in Earth and Planetary Sciences and Civil Engineering. He leads the University of Texas Extreme Weather and Urban Sustainability Lab, focusing on improving predictions and mitigation strategies for weather hazards such as heavy rains, urban thunderstorms, and landfalling hurricanes, as well as addressing extreme heat issues in urban environments. With over 300 peer-reviewed papers published in international journals and significant contributions to sagebooks, his research has been widely cited (28,000 citations on Google Scholar) and recognized in prominent media outlets. Niyogi has been awarded the Helmut E. Landsberg Award from the American Meteorological Society in 2023 and holds the William Stamps Farish Chair at the Jackson School of Geosciences. He is involved in various initiatives, including climate-related committees and educational outreach, and has served in capacities that further the understanding and development of urban climate science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-07-01 — Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Leader of research projects focused on extreme weather forecasting and urban sustainability.

Awards

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Helmut E. Landsberg Award

2023-01-01
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William Stamps Farish Chair

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.