Dr. Thomas Hamann

Professor

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Biography

Thomas W. Hamann is a Professor at Michigan State University specializing in inorganic materials and electrochemistry. His research focuses on developing innovative molecules and materials for the conversion of solar energy into electricity and chemical fuels. He leads the Hamann Group, where investigations into regenerative and non-regenerative photoelectrochemical cells, dye-sensitized solar cells, and thin-film absorbers are key areas of study. Prof. Hamann's work also explores the use of ammonia as an energy carrier, particularly through electrocatalytic nitrogen fixation and ammonia splitting. He has published several significant papers in top journals on topics such as charge-carrier dynamics, thin-film photoelectrodes, and electrocatalytic N2 reduction. An advocate for interdisciplinary research, Professor Hamann’s innovative efforts in solar energy conversion aim to address critical issues in energy sustainability.

Research Interests

Awards

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Kavli Fellow

2015-01-01
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Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award

2013-01-01
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Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship

2012-01-01
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Department of Energy, Early Career Research Program Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology