I have really loved applying my MIT theory to application-based classes such as seismic waves and biofluiddynamics. These courses built upon the equations I learned in my MIT coursework and applied them to incredibly interesting situations such as cyclic pumping in the heart or attenuation within rocks. By applying the theory I was able to understand it better and get a wider intuition.
Maya's Story
MechE major Maya Ayoub '26 studied abroad at ETH Zurich in Switzerland in the spring of 2025, and took coursework in oceanography, seismic waves, bio-fluid dynamics, metal additive manufacturing, carbon capture, and acoustics.
"Study abroad has given me the opportunity to take interesting classes surrounded by interesting people from all over the world."Maya Ayoub '26
Major and Class Year
Mechanical Engineering (Course 2), Class of 2026
MISTI program
Study Abroad
Location
Zurich, Switzerland
Host
ETH Zurich