Dr. Kuniaki Dohda

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Biography

Kuniaki Dohda is a Research Professor at Northwestern Engineering with significant expertise in mechanical engineering. His primary research interests lie in the interconnected areas of metal forming, process tribology, surface engineering, and micro/meso manufacturing. Over his career, he has published approximately 150 articles and supervised around 40 Master's and Ph.D. students, contributing extensively to the field. He has held notable positions such as Chair of the Process Tribology Committee at the Japan Society of Technology Plasticity, and past Chair of the Materials Material Processing Division at the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineering. His work has received support from leading firms, including Toyota Motor Central Lab, Nippon Steel, and others, showcasing his influence in academic and industrial realms. Dohda has also been recognized as a Fellow by several esteemed organizations, including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and has served in advisory roles internationally, including as an Advisory Professor at Tsinghua University in Beijing and as a Guest Professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Professor

— Present

Northwestern Engineering • Evanston, IL

Leading research in mechanical engineering with a focus on process tribology and micro/meso manufacturing.

Awards

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Outstanding Paper Award

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JSTP Medal

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International Award

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.