Dr. Adrián Lozano Durán

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adrián Lozano-Durán is an Associate Professor in the Division of Engineering and Applied Science at the California Institute of Technology. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace from the Polytechnic University of Madrid in 2010, followed by a Master’s in 2012, and culminating in a Ph.D. in 2015. He is a recognized expert in turbulent flow and computational fluid dynamics, focusing on turbulence theory, numerical simulation, and experimental approaches. His work emphasizes the development of machine learning models for closure in computational fluid dynamics, particularly in aerospace applications related to low-speed aerodynamics as well as supersonic and hypersonic flows. Lozano-Durán has also collaborated on research involving causal inference, reduced-order modeling, and control of turbulence using information theory. He is committed to advancing the understanding of complex fluid dynamics phenomena through innovative mathematical frameworks, contributing significantly to his field from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Courses

Fluid Mechanics Turbulence

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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