Dr. Deborah Gordon

Professor

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Biography

Deborah M. Gordon is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. Her research focuses on how ant colonies function without central control, emphasizing the role of networks of simple interactions that evolve in response to changing environments. She received her PhD in Zoology from Duke University and has held research positions at prestigious institutions including the Harvard Society Fellows and the University of Oxford. Gordon's long-term research has included studies on the population dynamics of harvester ant colonies in Arizona, as well as investigations into invasive Argentine ants in Northern California and ant-plant mutualisms in Central America. In recognition of her contributions to the field, she has received multiple awards, including the Quest Award from the Animal Behavior Society and is a Fellow of the California Academy of Sciences. Gordon's academic background also features degrees from Oberlin College and Stanford University.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1991-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaches and conducts research in Environmental Biology.

Awards

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Quest Award

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Fellow

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Fellow

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Fellow

2007-01-01
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Guggenheim Fellowship

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Gores Award for Excellence in Teaching

Courses

BIO 145 BIO 245 NEPR 211 BIO 5N BIO 292 EARTHSYS 297 BIO 198 EARTHSYS 250 BIO 300 EARTHSYS 199 BIO 300X BIO 290 BIO 199 BIO 185 DLCL 170 EALC 170 EARTHSYS 170 GLOBAL 170

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.