Dr. Talia Moore

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Talia Moore is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on dynamics, terrestrial locomotion, and the interplay between bio-inspired design and robotics. With a specific interest in arrhythmic transient locomotion, she studies how animals move and how these insights can be applied to develop more agile and adaptable robotic systems. Her work integrates soft robotics and animal-robot interaction, aiming to create robots that can navigate complex environments in a bio-inspired manner. Talia has been recognized for her contributions to the field, receiving the ORAU’s Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award in 2022. Through her lab, she mentors students and conducts cutting-edge research that bridges mechanical engineering with biological principles, paving the way for innovative applications in robotics.

Research Interests

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