Dr. Patrick Shamberger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patrick Shamberger is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science Engineering from the University of Washington (2010), an M.S. in Geology Geophysics from the University of Hawaii (2004), and a B.S.E. in Civil Environmental Engineering from Princeton University (2002). His research interests are focused on phase transformations, nucleation phenomena, phase change materials, and composites. He also investigates transient thermal systems, dynamical materials, and neuromorphic materials. Shamberger is involved in the thermal energy storage management applications and caloric effect materials, which highlights his commitment to advancing materials science for practical applications. His contribution to education and research has been recognized with numerous awards, including the College of Engineering Excellence Faculty Award in 2023 and the Faculty Early Career Development Award from the National Science Foundation in 2019. These accolades underline his impact on the field and his dedication to teaching and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Research Interests

Awards

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College of Engineering Excellence Faculty Award

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Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award

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Montague-Center Teaching Excellence Scholar

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Excellence Teaching Award

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New Materials Educator Award

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Emerging Investigator Award

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Open Education Champion Award

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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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

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