Professor 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
College of Engineering Excellence Faculty Award
Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award
Montague-Center Teaching Excellence Scholar
Excellence Teaching Award
New Materials Educator Award
Emerging Investigator Award
Open Education Champion Award
Requirements for Texas A&M University
Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
GRE General
TOEFL
Prerequisites
Application Checklist
- Curriculum Vita
- Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
- Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Unofficial Transcripts
- GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes
Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.