Dr. Aylwyn Scally

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Biography

Aylwyn Scally is a researcher in human evolutionary genetics at the University of Cambridge. His research employs computational mathematical methods to analyze large-scale genetic data. His work has involved the assembly and analysis of the gorilla genome and the study of the evolution of humans, Neanderthals, and great-ape populations. A critical focus of his ongoing research is understanding the genetic and cellular demographic processes that contribute to human germline mutation. These areas are pivotal in understanding the underlying mechanisms of genetics and evolution in humans and their relatives.

Research Interests

Human Evolutionary Genetics Computational Methods Germline Mutation Genetic Demographics Population Genetics

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.