Dr. Diana Bautista

Professor

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Biography

Diana Bautista is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Development Physiology at the University of California, Berkeley. She serves as the CDP Division Head and is a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator. Her research lab focuses on the intricate mechanisms of cellular development, emphasizing the cellular and molecular underpinnings of development in various organisms. With a strong commitment to understanding how cells communicate and function during critical developmental stages, Bautista's work integrates various aspects of cell biology, molecular mechanisms, and physiological processes. Through her leadership at Berkeley, she strives to foster an inclusive environment for research and education in the biological sciences. Her lab is involved in groundbreaking research that aims to unravel complex biological processes, contributing significantly to our knowledge and understanding of developmental biology.

Research Interests

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.