Dr. Padmaja Krishnan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Padmaja Krishnan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University, with over a decade of research experience in civil engineering materials. Her work focuses on the development of advanced characterization methods for sustainable construction materials, including rapid-setting concrete and carbon dioxide-sequestering binders derived from upcycling industrial by-products into concrete. She earned her Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the National University of Singapore in 2015. Her research interests reflect a commitment to innovation in construction materials, aiming to reduce environmental impact and enhance material performance.

Research Interests

Awards

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Bescher Award

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Silver Award

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Paper Award

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology