Dr. Ralph Cohen

Professor

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Biography

Ralph Cohen is the Barbara Kimball Browning Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mathematics at Stanford University. He has held numerous academic appointments, including distinguished professorships at esteemed institutions in Europe, such as the University of Copenhagen and various visiting professorships at major universities like Oxford and Cambridge. Since 1987, he has been a faculty member at Stanford, making significant contributions to the field of mathematics, specifically within topology and geometry. Cohen has been actively involved in the academic community, serving as an editor for various mathematical journals and as a member of the American Mathematical Society's Executive Committee. He has received several awards for his teaching and research, including the Dean's Award for Distinguished Teaching. His educational background includes a PhD and MA from Brandeis University and a BS from the University of Michigan. With an extensive career marked by influential roles in academic governance and contributions to mathematics education, Cohen's legacy includes founding outreach programs aimed at inspiring the next generation of mathematicians.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Teaching and conducting research in Mathematics.

Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Conducted research and taught Mathematics.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Engaged in teaching and research activities in Mathematics.

Awards

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Dean's Award for Distinguished Teaching

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International Research Award

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Presidential Young Investigator Award

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.