Dr. Peter Hesketh

Professor

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Biography

Peter J. Hesketh is a Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. He began his tenure at Georgia Tech in Spring 2000, having previously served as an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Pennsylvania, and his B.Sc. from the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom. Hesketh's research primarily focuses on Micro and Nano Engineering and Manufacturing, particularly in the areas of microfabrication and micromachining. His research interests encompass sensors and Micro/Nano-electro-mechanical Systems (MEMS/NEMS). He has significantly contributed to the development of biosensors and microfluidics technology, demonstrating innovative methods for chemical analysis through miniaturized systems. Hesketh's work has led to advancements in the sensitivity and efficiency of biosensors by utilizing microcantilever platforms and integrating novel actuation techniques. He has published over sixty papers and edited fifteen books in microsensor systems, reflecting a strong commitment to education and research in sensing technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, focusing on Micro and Nano Engineering and Manufacturing.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Illinois at Chicago • Chicago, IL

Served as Associate Professor before joining Georgia Institute of Technology.

Awards

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Satish Dhwan Visiting Chair Professor

2019-01-01
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Thank Teacher Award ME4766 Micro/Nano-Scale Devices

2018-01-01
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Outstanding Achievement in Research Program Development Award

2017-01-01
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Thank Teacher Award ME3345 Introduction Heat Transfer

2017-01-01
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Outstanding Achievement Research Program Development Award

2017-01-01
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Editorial Board Journal Microsystems Nanoengineering

2015-01-01
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President Georgia Tech Chapter Sigma Xi

2014-01-01
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Outstanding Achievement Award Sensor Division Electrochemical Society

2014-01-01
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Vice President Georgia Tech Chapter Sigma Xi

2012-01-01
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Chair Honors Awards Committee Electrochemical Society

2011-01-01
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Georgia Tech Center Enhanced Teaching and Learning Tech Teaching Mentor Award

2010-01-01
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Thank Teacher Certificate

2008-01-01
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American Society Mechanical Engineers Fellow

2009-01-01
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Electrochemical Society Fellow

2009-01-01
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Chairman Sensor Division

1998-01-01

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.