Dr. Tomasz Kowalewski

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Biography

Tomasz Kowalewski is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University. His research primarily focuses on physical chemistry, incorporating techniques such as atomic force microscopy and advanced nanostructured materials. The Kowalewski group emphasizes the self-organization of macromolecules and explores the role of new nanostructured materials in various applications, including organic photovoltaics and energy storage solutions. Ongoing projects include the development of porous nanographenes from macromolecular precursors and investigating the structure-transport relationships of semiconducting polymers. Furthermore, his lab employs proximal probe techniques to analyze material properties at the nanoscale, enhancing the understanding of charge transport processes in conducting polymers. His interdisciplinary work spans from molecular design and synthesis to the characterization of devices, contributing to advancements in materials science and nanotechnology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Associate Professor

2005-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Assistant Professor

2000-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Research Assistant Professor

1994-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

Research Associate

1989-01-01 — 1994-01-01

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

Visiting Lecturer

1989-01-01 — Present

Southern Illinois University • Carbondale, IL

Research Associate

1984-01-01 — 1988-01-01

Center of Molecular and Macromolecular Studies, Polish Academy of Sciences • Poland

Research Fellow

1986-01-01 — Present

Institute of Research on Polymer Rheology and Technology • Italy

Research Assistant

1982-01-01 — 1984-01-01

Center of Molecular and Macromolecular Studies, Polish Academy of Sciences • Poland

Post-graduate student

1979-01-01 — 1981-01-01

Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences • Poland

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.