Dr. Ahmed Hassanein

Professor

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Biography

Ahmed Hassanein is the Paul L. Wattelet Distinguished Professor of Nuclear Engineering at Purdue University. He has made significant contributions to the fields of plasma material interactions, magnetic inertial fusion research, computational physics, and hydrodynamics. With a focus on extreme ultraviolet lithography and laser discharge produced plasma, Dr. Hassanein's research intersects various disciplines including materials science and biomedical applications. He has an extensive publication record and has been recognized as a fellow in major scientific societies such as the American Nuclear Society and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1982 and has held multiple degrees in Nuclear Engineering and Physics from both the University of Wisconsin and Alexandria University in Egypt. His work also encompasses innovative patents in plasma formation and nano-pumping methods, reinforcing his role as a leading figure in the advancement of nuclear engineering applications.

Research Interests

Patents

Method System Small Scale Pumping

7651673 B1

Method Nano-Pumping Using Carbon Nanotubes

7632482 B1

Method Plasma Formation Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography-Theta Pinch

7180082 B1

Method Generating Extreme Ultraviolet Mather-Type Plasma Accelerators Use Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography

7115887 B1

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.