Dr. Niall Slowey

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Biography

Niall Slowey is a Professor in Oceanography at Texas A&M University, specializing in seafloor imaging and paleoceanography. His research focuses on the analysis of marine sediment records to monitor environmental changes and the dynamics of ocean circulation. Notable projects include collaborative studies on the Southern Hemisphere mid-depth water masses and high-resolution mapping of coral reefs in the Gulf of Mexico. With extensive experience in marine geology, Slowey has also participated in 19 oceanographic research cruises, serving as chief scientist on several occasions. His work has contributed to advances in understanding sea level changes and carbonate bank sedimentary processes. Slowey earned his Ph.D. in Geological Oceanography from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1991, and has since held various academic positions at Texas A&M University, becoming a full professor in 2003. He has received multiple awards, including the College of Geoscience Distinguished Achievement Award and the Big 12 University Faculty Fellowship.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in Oceanography.

Associate Professor

1997-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and research in Oceanography.

Assistant Professor

1991-01-01 — 1997-01-01

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in Oceanography.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1990-01-01 — 1991-01-01

Lamont-Doherty Geological Observatory, Columbia University • Palisades, NY

Conducting postdoctoral research related to marine geology.

Awards

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Distinguished Achievement Award Teaching

2006-01-01
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College of Geoscience Distinguished Achievement Award

2005-01-01
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Big 12 University Faculty Fellowship

2000-01-01

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
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Specialization Notes

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