Professor Dr. Jillian Goldfarb
Associate Professor
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Biography
Jillian Goldfarb is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Cornell University. She received her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Brown University in 2008 and her B.S. from Northeastern University in 2004. Her research focuses on addressing critical challenges in renewable fuel production, particularly the last mile issues in in situ catalysis and thermochemical conversion of biomass. The Goldfarb group is known for its work in the development of integrated biorefinery concepts, enhancing carbon-based materials for sustainable energy applications, and using modeling techniques for water treatment. She has been recognized with several awards, including the NSF CAREER Award and the IUPAC Young Observer Award. Additionally, she is an advocate for women in science and promotes research translation for policy-making.
Research Interests
Awards
Fellow
U.S. National Academies Science Delegate
CAREER Award
Visiting Professor Excellence
Young Observer
Fulbright Scholar
GreenX: Rising Star Award
Leadership Development Award
James Mary Tien Excellence Teaching Award
Course Innovation Award
Project SEED Grant Mentor
Requirements for Cornell University
Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
IELTS
Prerequisites
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes
Department of Architecture