Dr. Iris Broce Diaz

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Iris Broce-diaz is an Assistant Professor in the Neurosciences at the University of California, San Diego. Her research focuses on novel imaging and genetic biomarkers for sporadic frontotemporal dementia, utilizing advanced techniques in machine learning. As a Principal Investigator, she is actively involved in federally funded projects designed to enhance understanding and diagnostics in neurodegenerative diseases. Her work aligns with ongoing efforts to bridge gaps in dementia research, aiming to develop methodologies that improve early detection and treatment strategies.

Research Interests

Neurosciences Frontotemporal Dementia Genetic Biomarkers Machine Learning Imaging Techniques

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA

Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosciences, focusing on machine learning and imaging techniques for frontotemporal dementia.

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).