Dr. John Dabiri

Professor

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Biography

John Dabiri is the Centennial Professor of Aeronautics and Mechanical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology. His research is centered around unsteady fluid mechanics and the physics of fluid flow, with specific emphasis on topics that are relevant to biology, energy, and the environment. His current research interests include biological fluid dynamics in oceans, next-generation wind energy technologies, and the development of new experimental methods for understanding complex fluid flows. Dabiri has a strong background in engineering and applied science, having earned his B.S. from Princeton University and his M.S. and Ph.D. from Caltech. In addition to his research, he has also served as the Dean of Undergraduate Students at Caltech.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Aeronautics and Mechanical Engineering.

Associate Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Continued research in fluid mechanics and teaching responsibilities.

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Leading research and graduate programs in Aeronautics and Mechanical Engineering.

Centennial Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Current position focusing on advanced research and education.

Dean of Undergraduate Students

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Oversaw undergraduate academic programs and student affairs.

Courses

Ae/APh 104 abc – Experimental Methods SEC 10 – Technical Seminar Presentations Ae 208 abc – GALCIT Colloquium

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Most Caltech graduate programs are PhD-only. GRE General and Subject tests vary by department; many have made them optional or no longer accept them.