Dr. Larry Nies

Professor

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Biography

Larry Nies is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Purdue University, specializing in sustainability and environmental engineering. With a Ph.D. in Civil Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan, he has made significant contributions to the field through his research on optimizing urban infrastructure systems and the molecular genetic characterization of microbial communities. His work focuses on developing innovative molecular genetic tools to assess the effects of anthropogenic chemicals on microbial populations and to monitor bioremediation projects. Nies has published several important studies on the environmental implications of nanomaterials and the role of information communication technology in industrial symbiosis. His dedication to teaching and commitment to excellence has earned him multiple awards, including the Outstanding Engineering Teacher Award and various teaching excellence accolades from Purdue University.

Research Interests

Awards

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Outstanding Engineering Teacher

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Faculty Excellence Award for Online Education

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Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award Memory Charles B. Murphy

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Excellence Environmental Engineering Education Award

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.