Dr. Filippo De Luca

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Filippo De Luca is a PhD candidate in the Soft Matter group at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge. His research focuses on non-equilibrium statistical physics, specifically studying pattern formation, phase separation, and collective behavior in cytoskeletal filament mixtures. With a strong academic background in physics and related fields, Filippo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and a Master of Science degree in Theoretical Mathematical Physics, both awarded by LMU Munich. He also has a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Historical Linguistics from LMU Munich. Additionally, he has experience as a research intern in the Statistical Biological Physics group at LMU Munich, led by Professor Erwin Frey. Through his work, Filippo aims to contribute to our understanding of complex systems in biological contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

PhD Candidate

— Present

Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics • University of Cambridge

Conducting research in the Soft Matter group.

Research Intern

— Present

Statistical Biological Physics group • LMU Munich

Supported research under Prof. Erwin Frey in the field of statistical biological physics.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.