Dr. Laura Maclatchy

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Biography

Laura MacLatchy is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Michigan. She received her Ph.D. from Harvard in 1995. Her research interests primarily focus on postcranial functional morphology, primate locomotion, vertebrate paleontology, and the biomechanics of bones, particularly in Miocene hominoids. She has conducted field research in Uganda and Ecuador, contributing to the understanding of vertebrate evolution and the anatomical adaptations of primates. Her work is characterized by a strong emphasis on the relationship between form and function in vertebrate morphology, which helps in deciphering the evolutionary pathways of different species. Additionally, she has a commitment to education and mentorship in biological anthropology, guiding students in their academic pursuits and promoting research initiatives.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science