Dr. Amir Pahlavan

Professor

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Biography

Amir Pahlavan is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yale University, focusing on fluid mechanics, soft matter, biophysics, and transport phenomena. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, following an M.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a B.S. from the University of Tehran. His research includes significant publications in renowned journals, investigating topics such as evaporation behavior in binary-liquid droplet formations and the dynamics of particle motion near rough surfaces. His contributions to understanding microbially-induced chemodynamic dispersal in porous media further exemplify his innovative approach to tackling complex fluid dynamics problems. His work is recognized for bridging practical applications with theoretical insights, making him a prominent figure in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Yale University • New Haven, CT, US

Full-time faculty member engaged in research and teaching in the field of mechanical engineering.

Awards

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NSF CAREER Award

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.