Dr. Douglas Capone

Professor

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Biography

Douglas G. Capone is a leading expert in marine biochemistry, microbiology, and biogeochemistry, focusing on the importance of marine microbes in major biogeochemical cycles, particularly nitrogen and carbon. After receiving his Ph.D. in Oceanography from the University of Miami in 1978, he joined the Marine Sciences Research Center at Stony Brook University. He moved to the University of Maryland in 1987 as a Professor and later accepted the William Julie Wrigley Chair in Environmental Biology at the University of Southern California. Capone's significant research contributions include studying nitrogen fixation and its role in marine ecosystems, participating in over 30 major oceanographic expeditions across various global locations, and being a key speaker at international workshops. His published work includes more than 150 peer-reviewed articles in respected scientific journals. Capone has secured numerous grants from institutions such as NSF and NASA. His research not only enhances understanding of the nitrogen cycle but also fosters international collaboration among scientists from various disciplines.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1999-09-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

William Julie Wrigley Chair in Environmental Studies

Professor

1987-07-01 — 1999-08-01

Center for Environmental Sciences, University of Maryland • MD

Associate Professor

1984-09-01 — 1987-06-01

Marine Sciences Research Center, Stony Brook University • NY

Awards

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USC Raubenheimer Outstanding Senior Faculty Award

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Dupont Industrial Biosciences Award

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
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  • Personal Statement
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.