Dr. Mayank Chadha

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mayank Chadha's research encompasses a wide spectrum of ideas ranging from fundamental applied mechanics to practical data-driven engineering decision-making. His work extensively utilizes diverse mathematical tools and modeling techniques to study the lifecycle of large structures, construct digital twins with specific targets in mind, and establish decision-making frameworks for engineering applications. He devises sensor optimization frameworks and quantifies Value Information in Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) systems. Additionally, he employs machine learning to build physics-based hybrid forecasting models, performs model updating through Bayesian inference as new information becomes available, and conducts risk analysis and uncertainty quantification. His multifaceted research approach blends theoretical underpinnings with practical applications to address critical challenges in the field of engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).