Dr. Joshua Robinson

Professor

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Biography

Joshua Robinson is a Professor in the Eberly College of Science at the Pennsylvania State University, specializing in Materials Science Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics. His research group focuses on the understanding of process-property-performance relationships in two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) materials. He investigates how synthesis parameters affect the optical and electronic properties of these materials, particularly through the deliberate introduction of small amounts of impurities or defects. His work spans basic synthesis science to advanced device applications, providing insights that impact technology generation in health, energy, and computing. Robinson has received significant accolades throughout his career, including the National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship and the Penn State Faculty Scholar Medal.

Research Interests

Awards

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Towson University Presidential Scholarship

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National Defense Science Engineering Graduate Fellowship

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National Research Council Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Alan Berman Research Publication Award

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Rustum Della Roy Innovation in Materials Research Award

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Corning Faculty Fellow

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Miller Faculty Fellowship

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Oakridge Junior Faculty Enhancement Award

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MatSE Student Choice Faculty of the Year Award

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G. Montgomery & Marion Hall Mitchell Award for Innovative Teaching

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NSF-CAREER Award

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College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Pump-up Award

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Penn State Faculty Scholar Medal

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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