Dr. Eric Johnsen

Professor

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Biography

Eric Johnsen is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. He holds a PhD from the California Institute of Technology, where he graduated in 2008, and has received multiple accolades including the CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation in 2013, and the Young Investigator Award from the Office of Naval Research in 2012. His research focuses on fluid mechanics with an emphasis on multiphase flow, cavitation bubble dynamics, computational fluid dynamics, and turbulence mixing. He also explores high-speed flow shock waves, interfacial instabilities, and the application of high-performance computing in various fields, including biomedical engineering and energy. Johnsen's work is pivotal for advancements in areas such as aeronautics, turbomachinery, and naval engineering, contributing to the knowledge base of high-energy density physics. He is also actively involved in academic mentorship, guiding students in their research endeavors in fluid dynamics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Professor of Mechanical Engineering, involved in research and teaching.

Director, PhD Program

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Elected Director of the PhD program in Mechanical Engineering.

Awards

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CAREER Award

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Young Investigator Award

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Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science