Dr. Marcella Lusardi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marcella Lusardi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Princeton University, affiliated with the Princeton Materials Institute. She earned her Ph.D. in Materials Science Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2018 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University, obtained in 2012. Her research focuses on complex materials processing, energy, environment, surface science, and catalysis. Professor Lusardi is dedicated to advancing the field of materials science, exploring the interactions between chemical processes and material properties to develop innovative solutions for pressing global challenges. Her work is characterized by a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and educational excellence, mentoring students in experimental methodologies and theoretical frameworks that underpin modern chemical engineering. At Princeton, she engages in cutting-edge materials research that bridges fundamental science and practical applications.

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Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.