Dr. Alexandra Pettit

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alexandra Pettit is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream at the Department of Biology, Carleton University. With a Ph.D. from the University of Ottawa, she specializes in biochemistry and neuroscience. Her research historically focused on the brain's regenerative capacity and the role of inhibitor apoptosis proteins in neurodegenerative diseases. Over the past ten years, she has dedicated her career to education, developing and delivering courses in biochemistry, biology, and neuroscience through a student-centered and evidence-based approach. Alexandra is passionate about creating teaching resources that support active learning and integrate core disciplinary concepts with scientific skills development. She teaches various courses including Cellular Biochemistry and Experimental Biochemistry, and has published multiple conference proceedings aimed at improving the teaching of molecular biology.

Research Interests

Courses

Cellular Biochemistry Biochemical Signals Structures Experimental Biochemistry Principles Practices Experimental Biochemistry II: Research Experience Membrane Biochemistry

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.