Dr. Avena Ross

Associate Professor

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Biography

Avena Ross is an Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Chemistry at Queen's University. With a focus on marine natural products and biosynthesis, Dr. Ross's research is aimed at discovering new natural products and understanding their biosynthetic pathways. The laboratory investigates enzymatic processes involved in the biosynthesis of these compounds, leading to advancements in the engineering of biosynthetic pathways. Dr. Ross employs cloning and expression techniques to probe the biosynthetic mechanisms of various natural products, contributing to knowledge that could impact fields ranging from biotechnology to drug development.

Research Interests

Requirements for Queen's University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor degree Background in Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Research Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computing offers research-based, project-based, and course-based patterns.