Dr. Stav Zalel

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Biography

Stav Zalel is an expert in the fields of quantum gravity and causal set theory. He has a strong academic background with positions including College Assistant Professor Fellow at Homerton College, University of Cambridge, and previously as a Research Associate and Postdoctoral Researcher at Imperial College London. His research focuses on the intricacies of quantum field theory in discrete backgrounds, combining elements of combinatorics with fundamental theoretical physics. His work contributes to advancing the understanding of the underlying mechanics of spacetime and gravitation under quantum contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

College Assistant Professor Fellow

2024-01-01 — Present

Homerton College, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England

Employed as a College Assistant Professor Fellow focusing on applied mathematics and theoretical physics.

Research Associate

2023-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Imperial College London • London, England

Conducted research in advanced quantum gravity theories.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2021-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Imperial College London • London, England

Engaged in postdoctoral research projects focusing on quantum field theory.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.