Dr. Massoud Pirbazari

Professor

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Biography

Massoud (Mike) Pirbazari is a Professor in the Sonny Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Southern California. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tehran Polytechnic in 1964, followed by Master’s degrees from Michigan State University in 1969 and Wayne State University in 1972. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1980. His research focuses on advanced technologies to solve water quality issues, specifically through the use of membrane technologies in treatment and reclamation of water. His notable work includes developing foul-resistant polymeric membranes and integrating biofilm adsorption processes for enhanced water treatment. Dr. Pirbazari has conducted extensive research funded by significant grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the National Science Foundation, and has made contributions to microbial fuel cell technology and the treatment of contaminated groundwater. He has received numerous awards for his innovative research and contributions in his field, including multiple patents and university accolades.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1980-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Professor in the Sonny Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Awards

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Patent Office Patent award

2019-01-01
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Provost's Undergraduate Research Program 1st prize

2018-01-01
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HENAAC Conference 1st prize

2015-01-01
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Provost's Undergraduate Research Program 1st prize

2014-01-01
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Patent Office Patent award

2013-01-01
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National Society Black Engineers Certificate of Appreciation

2013-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.