Dr. Solomon Adera

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Solomon Adera is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research interests focus on heat and mass transfer phenomena, including phase-change processes such as evaporation, condensation, and freezing. He is also involved in exploring innovative methods for water and fog harvesting, as well as advancements in micro/nanoengineering. Adera's work addresses complex fluid-structure interactions, contributing to significant advancements in thermal management applications. He previously completed a postdoctoral appointment at Harvard University before moving to the University of Michigan. Adera has received numerous accolades for his research, teaching, and mentoring, including the Henry Russel Award, the ASME Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. Medal, and the NSF CAREER Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Awards

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Henry Russel Award

2025-06-20
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ASME Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. Medal

2025-04-29
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ASME K-16 Outstanding Early Faculty Career Thermal Management Award

2024-10-09
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NSF CAREER Award

2024-02-21

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science