Professor Dr. Irwin Shapiro

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Biography

Irwin Shapiro is the Timken University Professor, Emeritus at Harvard University, focusing on astronomy and related fields. His research has prominently featured radio radar techniques and their applications across various domains including astrometry, astrophysics, geophysics, and planetary physics. Additionally, he has contributed significantly to the development of curriculum and teacher training programs aimed at enhancing pre-college and college science education.

Research Interests

Radio Radar Techniques Astrometry Astrophysics Geophysics Planetary Physics Curriculum Development Teacher Training

Experience

Professor

— Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Timken University Professor, Emeritus

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

TOEFL

Total

Required:80

IELTS

Overall

Required:6.5

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field

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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).