Dr. Marcia Cooper

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marcia Cooper is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University and holds the Gulf Oil/Thomas Dietz Career Development Professorship. She is also affiliated with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Her research focuses on the behaviors of heterogeneous materials formed in densely packed granular media, dynamic responses of materials in extreme environments, and the study of energetic materials related to ignition, shock, and detonation. In addition, she emphasizes the application of laser velocimetry and high-speed optical imaging techniques in her work. Cooper has made significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering, with particular expertise in high-velocity impacts and materials science.

Research Interests

Awards

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SPOT Award

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Employee Recognition Award

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Outstanding Women

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.