Dr. Jie Deng

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jie Deng is an Assistant Professor at the Princeton Materials Institute. He obtained his Ph.D. in Geophysics from Yale University in 2019, after earning his B.S. in Earth Sciences from China University of Geosciences in 2013. His research focuses on understanding the complexities of mantle composition and behavior, particularly through the study of melting mantle minerals, seismic anisotropy, and mantle rheology. He is also interested in the evolution of the early solar system and how these processes influence terrestrial planet formation. Dr. Deng's work integrates observational data with theoretical modeling to advance our knowledge of geophysical processes.

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Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.