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Michael Frenklach is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, holding the Roscoe Elizabeth Hughes Chair. His research interests primarily revolve around chemical kinetics and combustion chemistry, with a strong focus on computer modeling and pollutant formation mechanisms, including NOx and soot. Frenklach also explores various advanced topics such as shock tube dynamics, chemical vapor deposition for diamond films, and homogeneous nucleation processes pertaining to silicon carbide and diamond powders. His extensive research contributes to the understanding of interstellar dust formation and its implications in both theoretical and applied contexts.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Teaching and research in the field of Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in combustion and chemical kinetics.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.