Dr. Eric Libby

Associate Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Eric Libby. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Eric Libby is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at Umeå University, where he is also affiliated with the interdisciplinary research center IceLab. His research primarily focuses on the evolution of biological complexity, particularly the origins of multicellularity, life cycles, and syntrophy across various organizational scales. He employs a variety of mathematical modeling techniques and collaborates with researchers across disciplines and countries to advance scientific understanding in these areas. Libby's work has received funding from notable agencies including the Swedish Research Council, Umeå University, NASA, and the National Science Foundation. He has contributed to several research projects and publications, enhancing the dialogue on evolutionary processes and ecological interactions.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in mathematics and its applications to biological systems.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.