Dr. Franz Geiger

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Biography

Franz M. Geiger is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. He completed his Ph.D. at Georgetown University and has a Diplom from Technische Universität Berlin. His research utilizes advanced techniques in laser spectroscopy and mass spectrometry alongside computational methods to investigate the significant roles surfaces and interfaces play in geochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, and biophysics. Geiger has published numerous papers in prestigious journals and has been recognized with several awards for his contributions to science and education. He has served as the Executive Editor for the Journal of Physical Chemistry and has held key positions within various academic organizations. His work includes exploring the dynamics of water interactions and the behavior of molecular layers at interfaces, which has profound implications for understanding chemical reactions in both natural and engineered systems.

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Experience

Professor

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching and research in the field of Chemistry.

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.