Dr. Ashleigh Griffin

Professor

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Biography

Professor Ashleigh Griffin is an expert in Evolutionary Biology with a focus on cooperative behavior and evolutionary theory. She investigates the paradox of selection favoring behaviors that may reduce reproductive success, utilizing striking examples from social insect colonies and meerkat groups to gain insight into evolutionary principles. Over the years, her primary research has centered on the bacterial species Pseudomonas aeruginosa, developing experimental systems to test predictions related to social evolution theory. Her current projects address clinical issues related to bacterial infections through the lens of social evolution theory, employing meta-analysis to explore behavioral patterns in cooperatively breeding birds. In recognition of her contributions to science, she was honored as a UNESCO/L’Oreal Fellow for Women in Science in 2008.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

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:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.