Dr. Lee Sweetlove

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Biography

Professor Lee Sweetlove leads a research group focused on understanding fluxes in plant metabolic networks, aiming to develop engineering strategies to enhance metabolic efficiency and increase crop yield. His research employs computational modeling of metabolism to explore innovative solutions for agricultural challenges. A significant project within his group, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, targets improving the yield of cassava for smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and is part of the Cassava Source-Sink consortium. His expertise in plant sciences contributes to advancements in the field, which are crucial for addressing global food security challenges.

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Experience

Professor

— Present

Department of Biology, University of Oxford • Oxford, ENG, GB

Leading research on plant metabolic networks and engineering crops for enhanced yield.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.