Dr. Cecilia Daraio

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Biography

Cecilia Daraio leads the Daraio Research Group at California Institute of Technology, focusing on the innovative design of mechanical metamaterials and wearable materials. Her research intersects mechanics, materials science, and machine learning, exploring sustainable materials and their applications in various domains. Notable publications include studies on graph-based design in metamaterials, multiscale design methods using interpretable machine learning, and advancements in inflatable acoustic metasurfaces. Her work has contributed significantly to understanding the mechanical properties of complex material systems and developing new material architectures for various technological applications.

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Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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