Dr. Dale Pullin

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Biography

Dale Pullin is the Robert H. Goddard Professor of Aeronautics at the California Institute of Technology. He holds a B.Sc. from the University of Melbourne and a B.E. from the University of Sydney, followed by a Ph.D. from Imperial College of Science and Technology, University of London. With a career spanning several decades, he has been a visiting associate at Caltech since 1990 and has served as a professor and von Karman Professor until 2017 when he became the Goddard Professor. His research focuses on several areas of fluid dynamics including the development of large-eddy simulations for high-Reynolds number wall-bounded turbulent flow, shock-driven flows in fluids and solids, and the formulation of new numerical methods for solving the Boltzmann equation. His work significantly contributes to the understanding of computational theoretical fluid mechanics, vortex dynamics, compressible flow shock dynamics, and turbulence.

Research Interests

Experience

Robert H. Goddard Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Distinguished position in the field of Aeronautics.

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Conducted research and taught various subjects in Aeronautics.

von Karman Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Focused on advanced studies in fluid dynamics.

Courses

Fluid Mechanics Advanced Fluid Mechanics

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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