Dr. Katharine Maher

Professor

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Biography

Kate Maher is a Professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University and a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment. Her research focuses on the carbon cycle through various lenses, examining the historical impact of atmospheric carbon dioxide on the evolution of life strategies for sequestering carbon. Using a combination of computer models and both field and laboratory measurements, her work links hydrologic, chemical, and biological processes to better understand the unique processes occurring on Earth. Current projects include soil carbon cycling and water quality related to carbon dioxide removal. Throughout her career, Kate has received several prestigious awards, including the James B. Macelwane Medal from the American Geophysical Union in 2015 and the Allan Cox Medal for Mentoring Undergraduate Research in 2012. She is an active member of numerous committees and boards, contributing her expertise to various academic and research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor, Senior Fellow

2015-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Leading research and teaching in Earth System Science.

Assistant Professor

2007-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducting research and teaching at the university level.

Mendenhall Postdoctoral Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2007-01-01

U.S. Geological Survey •

Postdoctoral research in geosciences.

Awards

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James B. Macelwane Medal

2015-01-01
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Allan Cox Medal for Mentoring Undergraduate Research

2012-01-01
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Helmholtz Fellow

2022-01-01
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Fellow of the American Geophysical Union

2015-01-01

Courses

CEE 260C ESS 221 ESS 114 ESS 314 SUSTAIN 100 ESS 292 ESS 400 EPS 192

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.