Dr. David Hughes

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Biography

David Hughes is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at the Eberly College of Science. He received his Ph.D. in Entomology from the University of Oxford in 2003 and a B.S. in Zoology from the University of Glasgow in 1999. Hughes's research interests lie at the intersection of behavior, disease transmission, and parasitology, particularly how parasites can manipulate host behavior. His work includes studies on fungal control of ant behavior and the implications of these behaviors in epidemics and biodiversity. David has received several prestigious awards, including the Marie Curie International Outgoing Fellowship and the Varley-Gradwell Travelling Fellowship in Insect Ecology. His focus also extends to the dynamics of disease transmission within ant colonies and the broader impacts of human behavior on disease outcomes in urban settings.

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Doctorate Program
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GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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