SUMMARY
The discussion centers on the pursuit of a PhD in Fluid Mechanics, with a focus on top universities in Europe and the US. Key institutions identified for their strong research programs include Harvard, ETH Zurich (ETHZ), Stanford, University of Maryland College Park (UMD), Caltech, University of California Berkeley, Cornell, and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). The inquirer, currently studying at TU Delft, seeks advice on specific research fields such as experimental fluid mechanics and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) that these universities excel in.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of fluid mechanics principles
- Familiarity with research methodologies in engineering
- Knowledge of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools
- Awareness of academic structures and PhD application processes
NEXT STEPS
- Research specific fluid mechanics research groups at Harvard and Stanford
- Explore experimental fluid mechanics projects at ETH Zurich
- Investigate computational fluid dynamics (CFD) programs at UMD and Caltech
- Review PhD application requirements for Cornell and CMU
USEFUL FOR
Graduate students in mechanical engineering, researchers in fluid mechanics, and anyone considering a PhD in engineering disciplines focused on fluid dynamics.