Dr. Allan Bertram

Professor

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Biography

Allan Bertram is a Professor and Distinguished University Scholar in the Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the chemistry of atmospheric aerosol particles and their impact on air quality, climate, and health. Professor Bertram's work integrates laboratory experiments, field measurements, and modeling to understand real-world atmospheric processes on a molecular global scale. His research themes include the investigation of stratospheric aerosol injection and its potential effects on stratospheric chemistry, the physical and chemical evolution of wildfire smoke and its impacts, and the effects of emerging contaminants like microplastics. He has developed innovative new instrumentation for studying atmospheric processes and actively collaborates with industrial partners to assess the contributions of transportation emissions to aerosol production. Bertram is committed to training the next generation of scientists through hands-on research opportunities in atmospheric chemistry, climate science, and environmental health.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Conduct research and teach in the Department of Chemistry, focusing on atmospheric and environmental chemistry.

Awards

#2023

UBC Distinguished University Scholar

2023-01-01
#2020

Brockhouse Canada Prize for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Engineering

2020-01-01
#2018

UBC Killam Research Prize

2018-01-01
#2016

CIC Environment Division R&D Dima Award

2016-01-01

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.