Dr. Eranda Nikolla

Professor

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Biography

Eranda Nikolla is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan. He earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan in 2009, following an MSE in Chemical Engineering in 2004 and a BS in Engineering Chemistry from Oakland University in 2003. Prior to joining the University of Michigan, he held positions as a Professor and Associate Professor at Wayne State University, where he contributed significantly to research and teaching in chemical engineering. His research interests center on heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, and thermal catalysis, exploring various applications including low temperature oxygen electrocatalysis, energy storage, and plastic waste conversion. Nikolla has served on several editorial boards and received multiple awards for his contributions to educational excellence and research achievements. His ongoing work includes efforts to refine catalytic processes aimed at sustainable energy solutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2022-08-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Professor

2020-01-01 — 2022-07-31

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

Assistant Professor

2011-01-01 — 2016-12-31

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

Postdoctoral Scholar

2009-01-01 — 2011-12-31

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Awards

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ACS Catalysis Lectureship Advancement

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College of Engineering Excellence in Teaching Award

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Parravano Award

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WCC’s Rising Stars Award

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Young Innovator Award

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Career Development Chair Award

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Class Influential Researchers

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Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award

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Academy Scholars’ Junior Faculty Award

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Community Engagement Award

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Early Career Research Award

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Faculty Research Excellence Award

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NSF Faculty Early Career Development Award

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science