Dr. Carlos Grijalva

Professor

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Biography

Carlos V. Grijalva is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His primary research area focuses on behavioral neuroscience, exploring the intricate relationships between stress, behavior, and bodily diseases through animal models. Grijalva investigates the neural and behavioral mechanisms underlying feeding behavior and gastrointestinal functions, with particular emphasis on the autonomic and neuroendocrine controls that maintain homeostasis. His work is characterized by a commitment to understanding the biological underpinnings of psychological phenomena and the influence of stress on bodily health. This research contributes significantly to the field of psychobiology, providing insights into the physiological responses that accompany psychological conditions.

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
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.