Dr. Kenneth Shull

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Biography

Kenneth Shull is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University. He obtained his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Cornell University, as well as both M.S. and B.S. degrees in Electronic Materials and Materials Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research primarily focuses on the properties of polymer surfaces and interfaces, with specific emphasis on adhesion and soft materials. His work includes studying traditional pressure-sensitive adhesives, as well as specialized polymeric gels used in biomedical applications. Shull aims to understand the relationship between polymer adhesion and the structure of interfaces at both molecular and submolecular scales. He also explores polymer/inorganic composites and the mechanical response of biological systems. Shull is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and received the NSF Young Investigator Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-09-01 — Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching and conducting research in the field of materials science and engineering.

Awards

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Fellow

2002-01-01
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NSF Young Investigator Award

1994-01-01
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Department Teacher of the Year

1995-01-01
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McCormick Advisor of the Year

1998-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.