Dr. Ellen Kuhl

Professor

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Biography

Ellen Kuhl is the Director of Stanford Bio-X and holds the position of Walter B. Reinhold Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering with a courtesy appointment in Bioengineering at Stanford University. She specializes in Living Matter Physics and focuses on designing theoretical and computational models to simulate and predict the behavior of living systems. Kuhl has authored over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and edited volumes, and she actively reviews for more than 30 journals. As a founding member of the Living Heart Project, she leads a translational research initiative aimed at revolutionizing cardiovascular science through realistic simulations involving 400 participants across research, industry, and medicine from 24 countries. Kuhl's notable roles include serving as Chair of the National Committee on Biomechanics and as a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. She has received several prestigious awards, including the National Science Foundation Career Award and the Humboldt Research Award. Her commitment to advancing biomechanics and computational mechanics is reflected in her extensive editorial work and contributions to academia.

Research Interests

Awards

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ERC Advanced Grant

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ASME Ted Belytschko Applied Mechanics Award

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AIMBE Fellow

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Humboldt Research Award

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NSF CAREER Award

Courses

ME 233 BIOE 191 BIOE 392 BIOE 391 ME 234

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.