Dr. Ali Mesbah

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ali Mesbah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tehran in 2004. Subsequently, he completed his Master of Science and Doctorate in Chemical Engineering and Systems Control, respectively, from Delft University of Technology in 2006 and 2010. His postdoctoral work included a fellowship at Delft University of Technology and a Senior Postdoctoral Associate position at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2012 to 2014. Mesbah's research interests focus on learning-based predictive control, uncertainty quantification, and plasma processing, emphasizing the intersection of optimal control theory, machine learning, and applied mathematics. He is particularly interested in developing computational methods that enhance control theory capabilities, enabling learning and analysis for predictive control of uncertain systems, which facilitates the creation of high-performance control systems across both biomolecular processes and manufacturing systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Teaching and conducting research in Chemical Biomolecular Engineering.

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.