Dr. Dominic Evangelista

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dominic Evangelista is an Assistant Professor in the School of Integrative Biology at the University of Illinois, specializing in entomology. His research focuses on tropical insect biodiversity, molecular systematics, phylogenomics, and bioinformatics. He is particularly interested in the evolutionary history of insects, including cockroaches, and the evolution of wing phenotypes. Through his work, he aims to enhance the understanding of insect biodiversity and its implications for ecological systems. His research contributes to the fields of evolutionary biology and biodiversity conservation, integrating molecular techniques to unravel the complex relationships within insect lineages. Evangelista is dedicated to educating the next generation of scientists in entomology and biodiversity.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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Specialization Notes

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