Dr. George Morales

Professor

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Biography

George Morales is a distinguished professor in the Department of Physics at the University of California, Los Angeles. He has an extensive academic background with a B.S. from Fairleigh Dickinson University and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of California, San Diego. His research interests include theoretical plasma physics, specifically focusing on nonlinear wave processes and phenomena in magnetically confined plasmas. Throughout his career, he has held various significant positions at UCLA, contributing to the Plasma Science Technology Institute and serving as the Director of the Institute for Plasma Fusion Research. His work emphasizes the prediction and explanation of complex plasma behaviors and the impact of fundamental physical processes on practical applications in the field of plasma physics. Morales has been recognized with numerous awards including the Outstanding Teaching Award from the UCLA Physics Department and fellowship from the American Physical Society. He actively participates in professional societies and has contributed significantly to various panels and committees related to plasma physics and fusion research. His recent publications reflect his deep engagement with topics such as Alfvén waves, chaotic processes, and the transport properties of plasmas in both experimental and theoretical studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor

2004-07-01 — Present

University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Holding this position to contribute to plasma physics research and education.

Director

2001-07-01 — 2015-07-01

Plasma Science Technology Institute • Los Angeles, CA

Overseeing activities and research focusing on plasma science.

Professor

1983-07-01 — 2004-06-01

Department of Physics, University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and conducting research in theoretical plasma physics.

Associate Professor

1982-07-01 — 1983-06-01

Physics Department, University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Involved in academic responsibilities and research.

Adjunct Associate Professor

1978-07-01 — 1982-06-01

Physics Department, University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Participating in academic activities and research.

Assistant Research Physicist

1973-01-01 — 1978-07-01

Plasma Science Technology Institute • Los Angeles, CA

Engaged in research activities related to plasma physics.

Awards

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UCLA Physics Department Outstanding Teaching Award

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Charles M. Zucker Memorial Award in Physics

1966-01-01
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Phi Zeta Kappa Honor Society

1964-01-01
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Phi Epsilon Omega Honor Society

1966-01-01
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Fellow

1981-01-01

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.