Dr. Tiziana Vanorio

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tiziana Vanorio is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Stanford University, where she also serves as a Senior Fellow at the Precourt Institute for Energy, with courtesy appointments in Civil and Environmental Engineering. She leads the Rock Physics Geomaterials Laboratory, focusing her research on the physical and mechanical properties of rocks and geomaterials. Vanorio's work employs laboratory experiments and analytical techniques to enhance our understanding of composite structures and their properties across different scales. A significant aspect of her research is aimed at improving resource efficiency and promoting energy sustainability, particularly in the cement industry, by exploring CO₂ reuse and accelerated mineralization techniques. Her academic contributions include a range of honors, such as the NSF CAREER Award and the Alfred Wegener Award from the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers. Vanorio is also engaged in teaching, developing courses that address energy challenges, and mentoring graduate students on the experimental methods of rock physics, integrating theoretical lectures with hands-on laboratory experiences.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in Earth and Planetary Sciences.

Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducted research and taught courses in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences.

Senior Research Scientist

2008-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducted research in the Geophysics Department.

Marie Curie Research Fellow

2002-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Université de Nice Sophia Antipolis • Nice, France

Research in geophysics.

Awards

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Alfred Wegener Award

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NSF CAREER Award

Courses

Water-Energy Nexus Experimental Rock Physics Laboratory Methods in Geophysics

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.