Dr. Ben Montpetit

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ben Montpetit is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Viticulture & Enology at the University of California at Davis. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the critical role of mRNA export in eukaryotic cells, exploring the molecular mechanisms involved in this fundamental biological process. Montpetit's lab investigates the components of the nuclear pore complex (NPC), aiming to elucidate how these proteins regulate mRNA export and its impact on gene expression under various cellular conditions. By employing a combination of cell biology, biochemistry, structural biology, and single-molecule imaging techniques, his work aims to provide essential insights into the mechanisms of mRNA transport and its potential implications in human diseases.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, Davis

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field ECS 120 (Theory of Computation) ECS 122A (Algorithm Design and Analysis) ECS 140A (Programming Languages) or ECS 160 (Software Engineering) ECS 150 (Operating Systems) or ECS 154B (Computer Architecture)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.