Dr. Elizabeth Margulis

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Biography

Elizabeth Hellmuth Margulis is the director of the Music Cognition Lab at Princeton University, where she conducts research exploring the intersection of humanities and sciences related to music cognition. She is a trained pianist with a profound interest in the cognitive implications of music, and her recent publications include 'On Repeat: Music Plays Mind' from Oxford University Press and forthcoming works such as 'Transported: Everyday Magic Musical Daydreams.' Her research delves into how musical daydreams can create meaning and influence our understanding of music. With a focus on both practical and theoretical aspects of musical experience, Margulis offers insights into the psychological and emotional dimensions of music perception. Her work has made important contributions to the understanding of how people connect with music and the mechanisms that underlie musical enjoyment and cognition.

Research Interests

Courses

Music Cognition

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.