Dr. James Garrison

Professor

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Biography

Professor James L. Garrison has a distinguished career in aeronautics and astronautics, earning his PhD from the University of Colorado at Boulder, as well as a MS from Stanford University and a BS from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He has been a professor for over two decades and is recognized as a University Faculty Scholar for 2022-2027. His research focuses on Earth remote sensing and the application of Global Satellite Systems. Notably, he was instrumental in the theoretical and experimental demonstration of GNSS signal reflections that have informed new remote sensing techniques. One of his significant contributions includes involvement in NASA's CYGNSS mission aimed at observing tropical storm developments using a constellation of micro-satellites. Additionally, he has received various awards, including the NASA Exceptional Space Act Award and has participated in several important initiatives such as the National Academies Keck Futures Initiative. Professor Garrison continues to advance the field through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and research responsibilities in Aeronautics and Astronautics.

Awards

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University Faculty Scholar

2022-01-01
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NASA Exceptional Space Act Award

2000-12-01

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.