Min Zou

[M.S.M.E. 1996, Ph.D. ME 1999]
Associate Professor
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Arkansas

Georgia Tech's Woodruff School has a world-renowned tribology program and faculty members. Tribology is very fascinating to me because of its interdisciplinary nature.

My research at the Woodruff School significantly enhanced my problem-solving skills through systematic experimental design and data analysis. The research activities I participated in inspired me to think creatively. These skills significantly benefited me in both industry and academia.

The major strength of the graduate program at Georgia Tech is the professional and approachable faculty members and graduate students who conduct competitive, cutting-edge research. Through classroom activities and informal interactions with faculty members and my fellow students, I significantly enhanced my knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

The quality of the Woodruff School's graduate programs is among the best in the nation. The faculty members are professional, approachable, and well known in their respective research fields. The student body is the best I have ever seen, and the research facilities are excellent.

Anecdote

I retri-member during an Office of Naval Research group visit to the tribology laboratories in the Woodruff School, Dr. Winer introduced the faculty members of Tribology group to the visitors, each one of them were introduced as world renowned. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to pursue my doctorial research in such a group.