Dr. Amina Hussein

Associate Professor

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Biography

Amina Hussein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alberta. She holds a PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, completed in 2019, and a Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Honours Physics from McGill University. Her research focuses on high-intensity laser-matter interactions, laser-driven beam radiation sources, and fundamental applications in physics and industry. She supports student initiatives as a faculty mentor and has been involved in numerous projects, including the development of advanced plasma accelerator beam-lines and innovative imaging technologies. Amina is recognized for her contributions in the field, holding prestigious roles in several committees, including as a Co-Director of Outreach for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in her department. Her work is supported by a NSERC Discovery Grant and involves collaborating with various institutions across Canada and internationally. Amina is also noteworthy for her commitment to advancing research in plasma physics and mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching courses related to electrical engineering and conducting research in high-intensity laser-matter interactions.

President’s Postdoctoral Fellow

2019-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of California, Irvine • Irvine, CA

Conducted research in the department of Physics & Astronomy.

Courses

ECE 202 - Electrical Circuits ECE 209 - Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering ECE 475 - Optoelectronic Photovoltaic Devices

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management