Dr. Muhammad Sahimi

Professor

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Biography

Muhammad Sahimi is a renowned Professor in the Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Southern California. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, obtained in 1984, and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tehran, awarded in 1977. His research interests are centered on the effective properties of heterogeneous porous materials, characterization modeling, multiphase flow, and atomistic modeling of materials. Furthermore, he is known for his work on deep-learning approaches to complex media. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the 2016 Viterbi School of Engineering Northrup Grumman Excellence in Teaching Award and multiple lifetime achievement awards from esteemed societies. As an influential figure in his field, he has made significant contributions through both teaching and research, while holding various prestigious positions and fellowships throughout his career.

Research Interests

Experience

N.I.O.C. Chair Petroleum Engineering Professor

1993-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Holding the N.I.O.C. Chair and serving as a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science.

Awards

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Northrup Grumman Excellence in Teaching Award

2016-01-01
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Lifetime Achievement Award

2015-01-01
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Senior Faculty Research Award

2009-01-01

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:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.