Dr. Varvara Kouznetsova

Associate Professor

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Biography

Varvara Kouznetsova is an Associate Professor in the Multi-scale Mechanics of Solids group at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Her research aims to understand, predict, and tailor the structure-property-performance relations of natural and engineering functional materials, based on the underlying microstructural phenomena that lead to emerging behavior at the macroscopic application scale. She focuses on the fundamental and methodological development of multi-scale techniques applicable to materials related to various physical phenomena. Her work covers a range of topics, including advanced high-strength steels, metamaterials, static structural behavior, wave propagation phenomena, and damage fracture development. Kouznetsova's work aims to bring multi-scale mechanics to a new level, focusing on the emergent multi-scale behavior due to non-trivial interactions across space and time scales. This research results in the development of new metamaterials with unprecedented properties, leading to new technologies and devices. Her interests include how small-scale, invisible phenomena can lead to the emergence of large-scale effects and their unprecedented impact.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2002-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Netherlands Institute Metals Research (NIMR) • Netherlands

Conducted research in the field of materials science.

Assistant Professor

2006-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Taught and conducted research in mechanical engineering.

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Focused on multi-scale solid mechanics and advanced material behaviors.

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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