Dr. Roy King

Associate Professor

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Biography

Roy King is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. His research focuses on human genetic haploid systems, particularly the Y chromosome, to understand human migrations during the Holocene. He is particularly interested in the correlations between human symbolic material culture and the visual artistic realm. King has explored the ethical implications surrounding the social construction of race and ethnicity in relation to the enhanced capacity to differentiate populations using genotypes. He contributes to several courses within the department that examine these issues closely.

Research Interests

Courses

PSYC 299 PSYC 399 PSYC 370 PSYC 290 PSYC 199

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.