Dr. Ben Benneke

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ben Benneke is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles. His research interests focus on planetary atmospheres and exoplanet science, particularly the study of the composition and dynamics of extraterrestrial atmospheres. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of gas giant planets and their atmospheric processes. Through his work, he aims to advance techniques for characterizing atmospheres of distant worlds, using both observational data and theoretical models. Benneke's research methodologies include spectroscopy, modeling, and data analysis, which allow him to derive key atmospheric properties from various astronomical observations. He actively publishes his findings in reputable scientific journals and participates in numerous conferences and collaborative projects, promoting the understanding of planetary sciences on a broader scale.

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
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.