Dr. Sheng Dai

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sheng Dai is an Assistant Professor in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He specializes in methane gas hydrate, ocean drilling, pressure core testing, and in-situ borehole characterization. His research primarily focuses on the implications of methane hydrates in oceanic environments and the impact of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems. He is actively involved in various projects that explore the microbial processes within high-pressure methane hydrate cores and their broader environmental impacts. Dr. Dai has contributed to the academic community through numerous publications and presentations, enhancing the understanding of ocean science and engineering disciplines. His work also intersects with environmental science and technology, addressing critical challenges in marine ecosystems facing climate change.

Research Interests

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.