Dr. Matthew Walker

Professor

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Biography

Matthew P. Walker's research examines the impact of sleep on human health and disease, focusing on Cognitive Neuroscience. He is the Founder and Director of the Center for Human Sleep Science at the University of California, Berkeley. His work has received significant funding, including from the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health, and he has been recognized as a Kavli Fellow by the National Academy of Sciences. Walker has contributed to numerous television and radio outlets, including CBS 60 Minutes, National Geographic Channel, NOVA Science, NPR, and BBC. His research aims to elucidate the connection between sleep, health, and cognitive function, emphasizing the importance of understanding sleep patterns and their effects on overall well-being.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.