Dr. Epaminondas Mastorakos

Professor

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Biography

Professor Epaminondas Mastorakos is focused on combustion and thermodynamics, addressing significant challenges related to decarbonizing hard-to-electrify sectors. He has expertise in understanding combustion phenomena, particularly in turbulent combustion and fuel usage in gas turbines and diesel engines. His research spans the theoretical and experimental domains, with methodologies that include simulations of various combustion types, ranging from gaseous to liquid fuels, with an emphasis on sustainable aviation fuels. His work aims to elucidate the physics behind combustion processes and contribute to modern low-emission propulsion systems. Professor Mastorakos's investigations include the dispersion of pollutants, aerosol modeling, and disease transmission, complemented by experimental work on hydrogen production and combustion in porous media. He is deeply involved in strategic themes surrounding energy, transport, and urban infrastructure.

Research Interests

Courses

Turbulence Engines Gas Turbines Energy Topics Turbulent Reacting Flows Environmental Fluid Mechanics Air Pollution

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.