Dr. Jefferson Tester

Professor

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Biography

Jefferson Tester is a Croll Sesquicentennial Fellow Professor in the Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Cornell University, recognized for his contributions to sustainable energy systems. He serves as the principal scientist for Cornell's Earth Source Heat project and has held various leadership roles throughout his career, including Director of MIT's Energy Laboratory and Director of the School of Chemical Engineering Practice. Over his prolific career, Tester has published extensively, with 330 scientific publications and co-authored 13 books. His research primarily focuses on geothermal and biomass energy extraction and conversion, as well as environmental control technologies. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and has been involved with several high-profile advisory boards, including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). His teaching interests include integrated energy systems and the application of quantitative methods to renewable and fossil energy technologies, reflecting his commitment to practical, scalable energy solutions.

Research Interests

Awards

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Elected to the National Academy of Engineering

2021-01-01
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Excellence in Teaching Award

2013-01-01
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Special Achievement Award

2011-01-01
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Fellow

2010-01-01
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Outstanding Faculty Member Award

2001-01-01
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Outstanding Faculty Member Award

2004-01-01

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture