Dr. Susan Trolier Mckinstry

Professor

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Biography

Professor Susan Trolier-McKinstry is a leading researcher in the field of materials science and engineering, with a particular focus on piezoelectric materials and thin films. As the Evan Pugh University Professor and Steward S. Flaschen Professor of Ceramic Science and Engineering, she directs the Center for Dielectrics and Piezoelectrics, as well as the Center for Three-Dimensional Ferroelectric Microelectronics. Her work emphasizes the structure-processing-property relationships in electroceramics, exploring the fundamentals of dielectric and piezoelectric responses, and the processing sciences associated with thin film fabrication. Trolier-McKinstry's research group is known for developing advanced sensors and actuators that are compatible with CMOS electronics. They are also engaged in preparing high strain actuator films and new materials for non-volatile memory. With a commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration, her contributions have earned her a prominent place in the academic community, as evidenced by her membership in the National Academy of Engineering and numerous accolades in engineering education and research.

Research Interests

Awards

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IEEE UFFC-S Achievement Award

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Edward C. Henry Award

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IEEE Women Engineering Distinguished Lecturer Award

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Dorn Lecturer

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Van Horn Lecturer

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Alumna of the Year

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Evan Pugh Professor

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National Academy of Engineering

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McMahon Lecture

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Greaves-Walker Role Honor

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John Jeppson Award

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AVS Recognition of Excellence in Leadership

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IEEE Robert E. Newnham Award for Structure-Property Relations

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International Award for Ferroelectric Materials Applications

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Distinguished Lecturer IEEE Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, Frequency Control Society

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US-Japan Bridgebuilder Award

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Outstanding Service Award, IEEE Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics Frequency Control Society

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Outstanding Educator Award – Ceramic Education Council

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Outstanding Faculty Award, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Penn State

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Faculty Mentoring Award, College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, Penn State

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Inaugural Class of National Security Science and Engineering Fellows

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IEEE Ultrasonic, Ferroelectric, Frequency Control Society Ferroelectrics Achievement Award

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Richard M. Fulrath Award, American Ceramic Society

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Penn State University College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Wilson Award for Excellence in Research

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Penn State University College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Wilson Award for Outstanding Teaching

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Robert L. Coble Award for Young Scholars

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Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
Writing
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IELTS
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Speaking
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GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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