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Grace X. Gu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. She obtained her PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2018, and her Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and the University of Michigan in 2014 and 2012, respectively. Her research focuses on advanced materials and manufacturing techniques, including composites, additive manufacturing, fracture mechanics, topology optimization, machine learning, finite element analysis, and bioinspired materials. Grace has contributed to various notable publications in leading journals, highlighting her impactful work in the field. Her contributions include innovative methods for designing materials with tailored mechanical properties and fault-tolerant structures, driven by algorithmic approaches and a deep understanding of material behaviors. She leads the Gu Research Group, where she continues to explore the intersection of engineering and materials science to solve complex challenges in material design.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Teaching and conducting research in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on advanced materials and manufacturing.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.