Dr. Julie Schoenung

Professor

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Biography

Julie M. Schoenung is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University. She holds the Wofford Cain Chair III and is a member of the National Academy of Engineering. Schoenung is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. Her research interests encompass the synthesis and characterization of advanced materials, particularly high entropy ceramics, and additive manufacturing of functionally integrated materials. She specializes in advanced characterization techniques, employing in-situ microscopy and high-speed imaging. Additionally, her work promotes sustainable development through the application of circular economy principles, alternative feedstock material selection, and machine learning-enabled decision-making processes. Schoenung has been recognized by several awards, including the Gold Medal Award from ASM International in 2023 and the Fellow status from multiple prestigious societies such as the Materials Research Society and the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Research Interests

Synthesis and Characterization of Advanced Materials High Entropy Ceramics Additive Manufacturing Functionally Integrated Materials In-Situ Microscopy High-Speed Imaging Circular Economy Alternative Feedstock Material Selection Machine Learning Systems Analysis Chemical Hazard Assessment Life Cycle Assessment Alternatives Analysis for Sustainable Development

Awards

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Member, National Academy of Engineering (NAE)

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Gold Medal Award, ASM International

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Fellow, Materials Research Society (MRS)

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Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

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Fellow, National Academy Inventors (NAI)

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Fellow, TMS (The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society)

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Fellow, American Ceramic Society

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Fellow, Alpha Sigma Mu

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Fellow, ASM International

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.