Dr. Pablo Durango Cohen

Professor

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Biography

Professor Pablo Durango-Cohen is a recognized expert in the fields of Civil and Environmental Engineering with a focus on developing and analyzing optimization econometric models to support transportation infrastructure systems. His research intersects with transportation economics and policy, environmental design, and life-cycle assessment of transportation systems. Recently, he has contributed to efforts aimed at decarbonizing freight transportation systems and has formulated dynamic segmentation control models to aid nonprofit fundraising initiatives. His work has garnered significant funding support from prominent institutions, including the National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy, showcasing his commitment to advancing the knowledge and practical applications in transportation research. Durango-Cohen received the Faculty Early CAREER Development Award from the National Science Foundation in 2006 and was honored with the Young Author Prize at the World Congress on Transport Research in 2007. His diverse range of publications includes contributions to top-tier journals, where he provides insights into various challenges and solutions surrounding transportation infrastructure management.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.