Dr. Katherine Amato

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katherine Amato is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Northwestern University, focusing on Biological Anthropology. Her research interests intersect developmental issues, food studies, globalization, and health, with a strong emphasis on the evolutionary aspects of these domains. Amato brings a unique perspective on the evolving intersections of health and environmental contexts across different cultures. Her work contributes to understanding how external factors like globalization affect food systems and development patterns in various regions of the Americas and Africa. Through her research, she aims to provide insights into the complex dynamics that shape human evolution and behavioral adaptations in response to changing environmental and cultural landscapes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.