Dr. John Dabiri

Professor

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Biography

John Dabiri is the Centennial Professor at the California Institute of Technology, with expertise in unsteady fluid mechanics and flow physics. His research intersects with biology, energy, and environmental studies, focusing on biological fluid dynamics in oceans and the development of next-generation wind energy techniques. Dabiri also emphasizes the creation of new experimental methods in his investigations. With a strong academic background, he received a B.S. from Princeton in 2001, followed by an M.S. from Caltech in 2003, and a Ph.D. in 2005. He has held various positions at Caltech, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor between 2005 and 2016, and served as Dean of Undergraduate Students from 2014 to 2016. He has also contributed to educational programs through technical seminars and colloquia.

Research Interests

Unsteady Fluid Mechanics Biological Fluid Dynamics Next-Generation Wind Energy Experimental Methods

Experience

Centennial Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Currently holds the position of Centennial Professor.

Dean of Undergraduate Students

2014-01-01 — 2016-01-01

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Oversaw undergraduate academic programs and initiatives.

Professor

2010-01-01 — 2016-01-01

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Held academic responsibilities in research and teaching.

Associate Professor

2009-01-01 — 2010-01-01

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Contributed to teaching and research at a higher academic rank.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2009-01-01

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Started an academic career with responsibilities in research and teaching.

Visiting Associate

2019-01-01 — Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Participated in academic programs as a visiting academic.

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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