Dr. Alexander Smits

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Biography

Alexander Smits is the Eugene Higgins Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Emeritus, and a Senior Scholar at the High Meadows Environmental Institute. His research focuses on fundamental and experimental investigations of turbulence and fluid mechanics. He has significant contributions to the understanding of atmospheric turbulent boundary layers, and his work delves into how these layers respond to variations in roughness, buoyancy, and strong perturbations. With a distinguished academic career, Smits has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of fluid dynamics in various contexts, particularly in relation to environmental factors. His energetic research initiative and vast expertise position him as a leader in exploring the intersections of engineering and environmental science.

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Experience

Professor

1990-09-01 — Present

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ

Eugene Higgins Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, focusing on experimental research in turbulence and fluid mechanics.

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.