Dr. Behrokh Khoshnevis

Professor

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Biography

Behrokh ‘Berok’ Khoshnevis is the Louise L. Dunn Distinguished Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Department of Astronautical Engineering at the University of Southern California. He specializes in engineering and technology development, focusing on advanced robotic systems, mechatronics, and additive manufacturing (3D printing) processes, particularly the Contour Crafting technology for large-scale construction. Dr. Khoshnevis has made significant contributions to the fields of robotics and computer-automated fabrication, with well over 100 international patents and 200 refereed technical publications. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and has been recognized as a Fellow by several prestigious societies including the National Academy of Inventors and the Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. His invention, Contour Crafting, won a Grand Prize from NASA in 2014 and has been featured in various media outlets. Beyond his technical achievements, he is known for his engaging teaching style, often delivering keynotes and seminars on invention and technology development.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Holds the Louise L. Dunn Endowed Professorship and specializes in civil engineering, robotics, and automated systems.

Awards

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NASA NIAC Fellow

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Institute Industrial Engineering Winner Innovation Curriculum Competition Runner-up

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Invention Award

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Senior Research Award

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Pete Lohmann Medal

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Fellow

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Best Paper Award

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Editorial Paper Award

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Outstanding Scholar Award

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Technical Innovation in Industrial Engineering Award

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Highest Honor Award Innovation Construction

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Fellow

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Verterbi School of Engineering Research & Innovation Fund

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.