Dr. Peggy Fong

Professor

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Biography

Peggy Fong is a professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Her research primarily focuses on conservation biology, marine biology, and ecology, with particular interests in the interactions between marine plants and their environments. Fong has published numerous articles in prestigious journals that explore topics such as the effects of nutrients and herbivory on marine ecosystems, the resilience of coral reefs to disturbances, and the dynamic interactions between macroalgal species and coastal habitats. Fong is committed to understanding the ecological dynamics that shape marine systems and aims to contribute to strategies for marine conservation and management. She teaches and mentors students in her department, guiding them through research group internships and preparing them for higher education in biology.

Research Interests

Courses

EE BIOL 148 - Biology Marine Plants EE BIOL 194B - Research Group Internship EE BIOL 495 - Preparation Teaching Biology

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.