Dr. Erik Nielsen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erik Nielsen is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Atmospheric Science from Colorado State University and a B.S. in Meteorology from Texas A&M University. His research focuses on operational forecasting, numerical weather prediction, and extreme rainfall processes. He has significant expertise in mesoscale convective systems, overlapping hazards, and the social aspects of warning communication.

Research Interests

Operational Forecasting Numerical Weather Prediction Extreme Rainfall Processes Mesoscale Convective Systems Concurrent Hazards Warning Communication

Awards

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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Fellowship Award Recipient

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American Meteorological Society Graduate Fellowship Recipient

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Thomas S. Gathright Academic-Excellence Award Recipient

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.