Dr. Joelle Frechette

Professor

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Biography

Joelle Frechette is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. She holds the Lieselotte David Templeton Endowed Chair and has been recognized for her contributions with various awards, including the NSF CAREER Award in 2008 and the ONR Young Investigator Award in 2011. Frechette's research focuses on soft materials, interfacial science, and adhesion, addressing critical challenges in these fields. Her work includes explorations of material interfaces, which are pivotal in developing antifogging and self-cleaning materials. She investigates how solid-liquid interactions can be manipulated to create novel materials for 3D printing, adhesives, and lubricants. The implications of her research extend into consumer products, pharmaceutical formulations, and innovative recovery strategies. Frechette has significantly contributed to the academic community and holds Fellow status in the American Chemical Society since 2017.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.