Dr. Gregory Lowry

Professor

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Biography

Gregory Lowry is the Hamerschlag University Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. He is an executive associate editor for the ACS Journal Environmental Science & Technology and has a strong research focus on environmental nanotechnology and chemistry. His work aims to enhance the efficiency and resilience of crop agriculture, improve environmental remediation strategies, and develop innovative water treatment solutions. Lowry has published over 230 scientific articles and has been recognized as a “highly cited” scientist in the area of ecology and environment. He has received multiple research awards, including the Science Award from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists and the Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers. Lowry is a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and has made significant contributions to the field of environmental engineering, particularly through his research on nanotechnology and its applications in sustainable agriculture and water management.

Research Interests

Awards

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American Academy Environmental Engineers Scientists (Science Award)

2000-01-01
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Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Award

2000-01-01
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Malcolm Pirnie/AEESP Frontiers Research Award

2000-01-01
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Casasent Outstanding Research Award

2000-01-01

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.