Dr. Shanwen Tao

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Biography

Shanwen Tao is a Professor of Chemical Engineering and Sustainable Processes, jointly appointed at the University of Warwick and Monash University through the Warwick-Monash Research Alliance. He has a broad background in engineering and materials science, having previously worked at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), the Risø National Laboratory of Denmark, the University of St Andrews, Heriot-Watt University, and the University of Strathclyde. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and is recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally by Stanford University. His research contributions include over 160 journal publications with an H-index of 50, collectively garnering more than 11,000 citations. His research focuses on the development of new ionic and electronic conducting materials for electrochemical devices, including fuel cells and batteries, as well as the synthesis of innovative catalysts for ammonia production and electrolysis. He is actively engaged in advancing green technologies for energy conversion and storage, emphasizing sustainable processes in chemical engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.