Dr. Antonio Auffinger

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Biography

Antonio (Tuca) Auffinger is a Professor and Department Chair at Northwestern University in the Department of Mathematics. His research primarily focuses on probability theory, mathematical physics, and their applications to biology and theoretical computer science. He plays a pivotal role in organizing important seminars including the main probability seminar, which meets regularly, and contributes significantly to the development of collaborative research initiatives. Dr. Auffinger is actively involved in the National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology, where he aims to create a collaborative research community to generate new mathematical results that can elucidate the underlying rules of life through data-informed mathematical models and computational statistical tools.

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Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.