Dr. Karl Kaiser

Professor

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Biography

Karl Kaiser is a Professor in the Department of Marine Coastal Environmental Science at Texas A&M University Galveston. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Marine Sciences from the University of South Carolina (2009), a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Johannes Kepler University (1997), and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the same institution (1994). His research interests encompass various aspects of marine biogeochemistry, focusing on the interactions between marine biogeochemical cycles and ocean chemistry, especially in relation to climate system dynamics. Kaiser has authored numerous publications in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to the understanding of organic matter transformations and their implications in marine environments. He has received multiple awards, including the Distinguished Achievement Award from Texas A&M University in 2010 and the Montague-CTE Scholar title from 2014 to 2015. He is actively involved in mentoring graduate students and contributing to various research projects funded by organizations such as the National Science Foundation.

Research Interests

Experience

Graduate Faculty

2013-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • Galveston, TX

Involved in graduate education and mentoring within the Department of Oceanography.

Awards

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Distinguished Achievement Award

2010-01-01
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Montague-CTE Scholar

2014-01-01

Courses

CHEM 227: Organic Chemistry CHEM 228: Organic Chemistry II CHEM 316: Quantitative Analysis CHEM 318: Quantitative Analysis Laboratory MARS 365: Integrated Marine Science

Requirements for Texas A&M University Galveston

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field Undergraduate research experience (recommended)
Application Checklist
  • GraduateCAS Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts from all colleges attended
  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemistry; GRE General and Subject scores are not required or expected for Fall 2026.