Dr. Beverley Hale

Professor

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Biography

Beverley Hale’s research program explores the relationships between soil contaminant metals accumulation in plants and the transfer of contaminants to mammalian consumers. Her research addresses significant concerns in ecotoxicology, particularly focusing on the risk assessment and remediation of soil contaminants. She utilizes a biotic ligand model framework to integrate bioavailability models and studies genetic and environmental factors influencing the uptake of inorganic contaminants by vegetation. Over the years, her program has been supported by notable partners such as the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), and several industry partners. Graduates from her research program have found careers in various sectors including environmental consulting and academia. Dr. Hale’s work aims to bridge critical data gaps, thereby supporting public policy development and management plans concerning inorganic contaminants in soils.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).