Dr. Magdalena Balonis

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Biography

Magdalena Balonis is an Assistant Adjunct Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at UCLA Samueli School of Engineering. She specializes in cementitious materials and thermodynamics, and she is actively involved in the conservation of cultural heritage objects. With a Master's degree in Materials Science Engineering from AGH University of Science and Technology in Poland and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Aberdeen in the UK, she has a strong academic background that supports her research interests in materials science. Balonis's work combines theoretical understanding with practical applications, contributing to the preservation and improvement of not just materials but also cultural artifacts that hold historical significance. Her research outputs can be followed on her Google Scholar profile, showcasing her contributions to the field of materials science and engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.