Dr. Ali Mashayek

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ali Mashayek is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Cambridge and an affiliate Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics. He leads the Modelling Ocean Dynamics & Ecosystems Lab (MODEL), focusing on understanding the global ocean climate system. His research interests encompass a range of topics including global heat and carbon budgets, ocean circulation, geophysical fluid dynamics, ocean biochemistry, and marine ecosystems. His work aims to provide insights into the complex interactions within marine environments and their responses to climate change.

Research Interests

Ocean Circulation Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Ocean Biochemistry Marine Ecosystems

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge

Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences and an affiliate Associate Professor in DAMTP, leading the Modelling Ocean Dynamics & Ecosystems Lab.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.