Dr. Barbara Meyer

Professor

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Biography

Barbara Meyer is an investigator for the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and a Professor in the Department of Genetics, Genomics, Evolution, and Development at the University of California, Berkeley. She has made significant contributions in the fields of genetics and molecular biology, with a focus on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying gene regulation and evolutionary adaptation. Meyer’s lab explores various aspects of genetic regulation, pushing the boundaries of how organisms adapt and evolve at the genomic level. Her work integrates developmental biology with evolutionary theory, providing insights into how genetic and environmental factors influence phenotypic variation. Throughout her career, she has published extensively in leading scientific journals and is recognized for her innovative approaches to studying complex biological systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator

2000-01-01 — Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Conducting research and overseeing laboratory operations focused on genetics and molecular biology.

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.