Dr. Amy Goldberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Amy Goldberg is an Associate Professor in Human Genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her research focuses on the evolution of population genetics in primate and pathogen interactions. Dr. Goldberg's work investigates how humans and other species adapt to new environments and hosts, especially in the context of demographic history and its effects on phenotypic variation and disease risk. The Goldberg lab employs genetic data across multiple species and integrates demographic, archaeological, paleontological, and environmental records to understand evolutionary and ecological forces shaping population variations and their biological consequences. Dr. Goldberg is also interested in the development of theories and methods related to her research.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.