MSc, Mechanical Engineering

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The California Institute of Technology, also known as Caltech, is a private research university located in Pasadena, California. It was established in 1891 and has since become a prestigious institution with a strong focus on pure and applied sciences. Over the years, Caltech has attracted influential scientists who have made significant contributions to various fields. The university is known for its scientific advancements and innovations in areas such as sustainability science, quantum physics, earthquake monitoring, protein engineering, and soft robotics. Caltech is divided into six academic divisions, with a primary emphasis on science and engineering. The university manages substantial sponsored research funds and has a 124-acre campus situated approximately 11 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. Student life at Caltech is governed by an honor code that allows faculty to assign take-home examinations. The university's sports teams, known as the Caltech Beavers, compete in 13 intercollegiate sports in the NCAA Division III's Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Caltech has played a vital role in modern scientific breakthroughs and has a remarkable number of Nobel laureates affiliated with the institution. As of October 2022, there have been 79 Nobel laureates associated with Caltech, including alumni and faculty members. Chemist Linus Pauling stands out as the only individual to have won two unshared prizes. In addition to Nobel laureates, Caltech has also produced four Fields Medalists and six Turing Award winners, further solidifying its reputation as a leader in scientific research and education. It is classified as an "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity."