Dr. Michael Hunter

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Hunter's research interests lie at the intersection of human development, mathematical modeling, and statistical computing. His work primarily focuses on modeling change through dynamical systems and emphasizes the development of novel methods for understanding human behavior. His core research involves the application of dynamical systems models to human behavior and includes the implementation of innovative statistical techniques through software packages such as OpenMx and dynr. The aim of his methodological advances is to enable new applications that enhance knowledge of human behavior.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Research and teaching in Human Development and Family Studies.

Assistant Professor

2018-08-01 — 2022-01-01

School of Psychology, Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Conducted research and teaching.

Assistant Professor Research

2015-03-01 — 2018-08-01

Section Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center • Oklahoma City, OK

Focused on developmental and behavioral pediatrics research.

Research Biostatistician

2013-07-01 — 2015-03-01

Section Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center • Oklahoma City, OK

Provided statistical expertise and support in research.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.