Dr. Sriram Sankararaman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sriram Sankararaman is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in the Department of Computational Medicine. His research focuses on using the human genome to answer fundamental questions about evolution and understanding the changes in the genome that can lead to disease. His background combines disciplines from computer science, computational medicine, and human genetics, aiming to bridge these fields through innovative research methodologies. Dr. Sankararaman is involved in various projects that enhance the understanding of genomic data in the context of disease and evolutionary biology, employing state-of-the-art computational tools. He is also recognized for his contributions to the academic community through publications and collaborations that establish meaningful links between genomic research and translational medicine.

Research Interests

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
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  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.