Dr. Paul Chirik

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Biography

Paul J. Chirik is the Edwards S. Sanford Professor of Chemistry at Princeton University and serves as the Chair of the Department of Chemistry. He received his Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology in 2000 and a Bachelor of Science from Virginia Tech in 1995. His research focuses on catalysis and synthesis within the field of inorganic chemistry, investigating novel approaches to chemical transformations and the development of new catalytic processes.

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Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.