Dr. Sameera Holmes

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Biography

Sameera Chukkapalli Holmes is an adjunct professor at NYU Tandon School of Engineering and the founder/director of Needlab, a nonprofit organization addressing habitat resilience issues in urban and rural settings. Through Needlab, she collaborates with communities globally to develop human-centered architectural design solutions that emphasize dignity, design, and self-sufficiency. Her work has impacted communities across four continents, and she has participated in significant events, including displaying sustainable housing solutions at the 1st UN-Habitat Assembly during Barcelona Design Week. Sameera is dedicated to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals and making sustainable design solutions accessible. She also teaches at the Pratt Institute in New York, nurturing a new generation of changemakers.

Research Interests

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.