Dr. Yulin Pan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yulin Pan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan specializing in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical and Ocean Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2016, following an M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.S. degree from Huazhong University of Science and Technology in 2007. Dr. Pan's research primarily focuses on theoretical and computational hydrodynamics, with significant contributions to the understanding of nonlinear ocean wave mechanics, tidal flows, and bio-inspired propulsion systems. Notably, he has explored the dynamics of wave turbulence and its application to marine engineering. Alongside his research endeavors, Dr. Pan actively engages in popular science writing in the field of fluid mechanics, aiming to share insights and developments with a broader audience.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

2016-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Conducted research in mechanical engineering, focusing on fluid mechanics and wave dynamics.

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
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science