Dr. John Higgins

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Biography

John Higgins is a professor in the Department of Geosciences at Princeton University. His research focuses on Earth history and paleoclimate, examining the global carbon cycle, chemical processes that lead to the formation of habitable planets, and the geochemical dynamics of seawater. He utilizes low-temperature stable isotope geochemistry to study various environmental processes and their implications for lead contamination in drinking water. His work contributes to the understanding of historical climate changes and their effects on current and future environmental conditions.

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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.