Faculty of Engineering
Research project description
Bioprocess development for biomanufacturing or environmental applications, specifically focused on microbial strain engineering via genetic engineering and metabolic engineering.
Fields of research
- Biochemical engineering
- Bioprocess engineering
- Genetic engineering
- Metabolic engineering
- Synthetic biology
- Microbial biotechnology
Qualifications and ideal student profile
Prospective graduate student researchers must meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements for the programs connected to this opportunity. Visit the program pages using the links on this page to learn more about minimum admission requirements. In addition to minimum requirements, the research supervisor is looking for the following qualifications and student profile.
- PhD level
- Candidates should have a strong background in biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology
- Wet-lab experience in microbiology and molecular biology is an asset
Faculty researcher and supervisor
- C. Perry Chou
Professor, Chemical Engineering
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Graduate programs connected to this project
- Chemical Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
- Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
- Chemical Engineering (Water) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
- Chemical Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Chemical Engineering (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Important dates
Bioprocess Development for Biomanufacturing or Environmental Applications is an open and ongoing research opportunity. Expressions of interest can be submitted for any term.