Dr. Hanna Reisler

Professor

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Biography

Hanna Reisler is a University Professor and a distinguished chemist at USC Dornsife. She holds the Lloyd Armstrong Jr. Chair in Science Engineering and is recognized for her innovative research program focused on the detailed mechanisms of chemical reactions in both gas and condensed phases, utilizing laser and molecular-beam techniques. Reisler's work involves state-specific studies of unimolecular decomposition and the interactions of free radicals with transient species. Her research interests also extend to environmental and atmospheric chemistry, combustion processes, and the fundamental chemistry pertinent to new energy sources. Among her prominent projects are the investigations of hydrogen-bonded dimers and metastable nitrogen-rich compounds, with an emphasis on experimental arrangements including ion photoelectron imaging and time-of-flight spectroscopy. Additionally, she collaborates on studies of gas-surface interactions using infrared spectroscopy to elucidate the molecular structure of solid water films.

Research Interests

Experience

University Professor

2002-09-01 — 2013-08-15

USC Dornsife • Los Angeles, CA

Holder of the Lloyd Armstrong Jr. Chair in Science Engineering, recognized for mentoring and leadership in science.

Awards

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Provost Excellence Mentoring Award

2010-01-01
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USC-Mellon Mentoring Award

2007-04-01
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USC Remarkable Woman Award

2007-03-01
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Herbert P. Broida Prize

2005-01-01
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USC Raubenheimer Outstanding Senior Faculty Award

2000-01-01

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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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

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