Dr. Richard Zhang

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Biography

Richard Zhang is a Research Fellow at Australian National University, specializing in carbon capture and storage, thermal energy systems, gas hydrate technologies, and sustainable energy applications. He received his PhD from ANU in 2025, and holds a joint Master's degree in Sustainable Energy from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Additionally, he has a dual Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy Engineering and Economics from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Richard has been recognized for his academic achievements, winning the ANU Minute Thesis (3MT) competition twice, including the People's Choice Award at the 2024 CECC Finals. His research is focused on developing innovative solutions for decarbonization, cold-chain logistics, and sustainable energy systems.

Research Interests

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.