Dr. Marco Vona

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marco Federico Vona is a fourth-year PhD student in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge. He works within Professor Raymond Goldstein's research group, focusing on biological fluid dynamics. His main research interests include membrane flows, active suspensions, and the growth of biological tissues. Marco is deeply engaged in exploring the complex interactions within these systems and contributing to the understanding of their underlying mechanics. His work has led to publications in prestigious journals, highlighting the interplay between spherical membrane rotational mobility and the Saffman-Delbrück length relative to inclusion size.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

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:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.