Dr. Jill Hamilton

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jill Hamilton is an Associate Professor and Director of the Schatz Center for Tree Molecular Genetics at Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on Population Genomics, Conservation Genetics, Molecular Ecology, Evolution, Quantitative Genetics, Climate Change, and Ex Situ Conservation. Hamilton completed her Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia, her M.S. at Queen's University, and her BSc (Honours) at the University of Winnipeg. As an expert in molecular genetics, she is dedicated to advancing the understanding of tree biology and its implications for ecosystem management and conservation strategies. Throughout her academic career, she has published numerous research articles and been involved in a variety of collaborative projects, enhancing the knowledge in the field of ecology and forestry.

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Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.