Dr. Rongchao Jin

Professor

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Biography

Rongchao Jin is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on atomically precise nanochemistry, particularly the synthesis and characterization of metal nanoclusters with precise atomic arrangements. Jin emphasizes the significance of overcoming challenges associated with polydispersity and heterogeneities in nanoparticles, which hinder atomic-level studies. His group has considerably advanced the understanding of the driving forces guiding the multi-scale assembly of these nanostructures and their emergent phenomena. The work produces new types of nanoparticles with atomic precision, which have important implications for catalysis, energy conversion, optoelectronics, and sensing applications. Jin’s contributions to the field have been recognized through multiple awards, including the National Science Foundation Creativity Award and the Asian Rising Star Award from the Federation of Asian Chemical Societies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Leading research in atomically precise nanochemistry.

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Expanded research initiatives in the chemistry department.

Assistant Professor

2006-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Carne Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Focused on research and teaching in chemistry.

Awards

#2020

National Science Foundation Creativity Award

2020-01-01
#2019

International Precious Metals Institute (IPMI) Student Advisor Award

2019-01-01
#2013

Asian Rising Star Award

2013-01-01
#2011

Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
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  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.