Dr. Jeff Tester

Professor

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Biography

Jeff Tester is a professor at Cornell University's School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. His research focuses on renewable energy technologies and their implications for sustainable energy systems. The Tester research group is engaged in developing cleaner fuel production methods, particularly from renewable biomass and geothermal energy systems. The group investigates various processes for carbon sequestration and the remediation of environmentally contaminated areas. They also explore experimental and theoretical methods that probe kinetics, phase behavior, and transport phenomena in hydrothermal and supercritical media under elevated temperatures and pressures. Tester has actively contributed to addressing energy security concerns that arise from geopolitical pressures and the maldistribution of fossil resources. His work aims to diversify energy supply options while minimizing the environmental effects associated with fossil fuel utilization.

Research Interests

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture