Dr. José Andrade

Professor

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Biography

Professor José E. Andrade specializes in the multiscale multiphysical behaviors of porous materials, encompassing a wide range of applications from soils and rocks to concrete and bone. His research significantly contributes to understanding granular materials, including behavior related to sand, snow, and grain storage in silos. He has a strong focus on geomechanics and carbon sequestration, exploring their implications in geologic engineering and infrastructure materials, as well as in the petroleum industry. His work has been influential in advancing knowledge in these critical areas, providing insights into the behavior of materials under various physical conditions. Professor Andrade has held several academic positions at California Institute of Technology, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and now Professor since 2013. He has also served as the Drinkward Leadership Chair and Executive Officer of the Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering. He has an extensive educational background with degrees from Florida Institute of Technology and Stanford University, culminating in a Ph.D. in 2006.

Research Interests

Experience

George W. Housner Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Leading research and education in the field of Mechanical and Civil Engineering.

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Focusing on research in granular materials and geomechanics.

Associate Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Teaching and conducting research in advanced topics in Civil Engineering.

Assistant Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Initiating academic career focused on Mechanical Engineering.

Courses

Advanced Topics Applied Mechanics Advanced Topics Civil Engineering Advanced Topics Mechanical Engineering

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.