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Neil Tsutsui is a Professor and the Michelbacher Chair in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management at the University of California, Berkeley. He earned his PhD in Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution from UC San Diego and a BA in Biology with a specialization in Marine Science from Boston University. His research focuses on social insects, primarily ants, investigating their communication and behavioral ecology as well as evolutionary dynamics. Tsutsui conducts fieldwork and laboratory studies examining chemical communication and the genetics of individuals, populations, and species within social insect communities. He is dedicated to the preservation of biodiversity and open spaces and actively engages in educational outreach through public talks and professional service to local cities and parks in the East Bay. His research interests encompass behavior, genetics, and chemical ecology of social insects, along with outdoor education and science outreach.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.