The dissertation proposal and the specialty exam serve different purposes and should be viewed as separate activities, even though often executed concurrently. The dissertation proposal marks the ...

After completing the Candidacy Examination successfully, the PhD in Computer Science candidate must prepare a thesis proposal that outlines, in detail, the specific problems that will be solved in the ...

Proposal must be at least one year before the final defense, since this shows the feasibility of the project and the committee’s buy in. Needs to be addressed in the yearly meeting with student.

Carl Lawton, Associate Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell Zhiyong Gu, Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell This proposal consists of two ...

Fiber-generated ultrasound technologies have been widely used in medical and industrial areas. In spinal fusion surgeries, over 20% of the patients suffer from screw misplacement. The orthopedic spine ...

Note: The following guidelines are for use within the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing (FPB). They are congruent with School of Graduate studies guidelines. It is important to note that all PhD ...