Dr. Najmedin Meshkati

Professor

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Biography

Najmedin Meshkati is a Professor in the Departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Industrial Systems Engineering at the University of Southern California. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Sharif University of Technology and another Bachelor’s in International Relations from the National University of Iran. He earned his Master’s degree in Engineering Management and his Doctorate in Industrial Engineering, both from the University of Southern California. Professor Meshkati's research focuses on safety, reliability, and efficiency in complex, large-scale technological systems, including nuclear power plants and aviation systems. He has received numerous awards, including the Presidential Young Investigator Award from the National Science Foundation and the Arnold M. Small President’s Distinguished Service Award from the Human Factors Ergonomics Society. A Certified Professional Ergonomist and Fellow of the Human Factors Ergonomics Society, he has held various advisory roles, including membership in the National Academy of Sciences/National Research Council. Professor Meshkati has actively contributed to the field through teaching and service and has been recognized multiple times for his outstanding teaching and dedication as an educator.

Research Interests

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.