Dr. John Mustard

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Biography

John F. Mustard is a Professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Brown University, focusing his research on the study of planetary surfaces and their evolution using advanced satellite technology. His expertise encompasses a broad range of subjects including the geochemical processes on Mars and Earth's subsurface biosphere, as well as the environmental implications of land use changes across Earth. Mustard has been involved with various NASA missions since 1989, significantly contributing to the Compact Reconnaissance Imaging Spectrometer on Mars and the Moon Mineralogy Mapper mission. His contributions to science have been recognized through several awards, including being elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American Geophysical Union. He also serves on multiple scientific boards and committees, reflecting his commitment to advancing planetary science and exploring the conditions that support life both on Earth and beyond. His teaching includes courses on planetary geology and environmental remote sensing, fostering the next generation of scientists in understanding Earth's systems and other planetary bodies.

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Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics