Dr. Jorge Almeida

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jorge R.C. Almeida is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas at Austin, where he directs the Bipolar Disorder Center. His research primarily focuses on bipolar disorder, with an emphasis on familial risk factors, childhood trauma, and behavioral and neurobiological approaches to treatment. Almeida's work has been recognized through numerous publications that explore the neural circuits and psychological aspects of mood disorders. He holds significant experience from his earlier positions as a resident at Brown University and as an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh. His impactful research has contributed to understanding the mechanisms underlying bipolar disorder and developing effective interventions. Almeida is also actively involved in mentoring students and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance knowledge in the field of psychiatry and mental health.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.