Dr. Cecile Fradin

Professor

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Biography

Cecile Fradin is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at McMaster University. Her research focuses on the dynamics of cells and the motion of biomolecules, including proteins and nucleic acids, as well as larger structures like cell membranes. She is particularly interested in molecular movements, such as diffusion in solution and across membranes, active transport mechanisms involving microtubules, and the behavior of nuclear pore complexes. Fradin has been actively involved in academic teaching and scholarly work in her field, contributing to the understanding of complex biological processes at a molecular level. Her educational background includes a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Ecole Normale Supérieure, followed by a Ph.D. from Commissariat à l'Energie Atomique. She furthered her training with postdoctoral research in Biophysics at the Weizmann Institute of Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON, Canada

Involved in teaching and research in the field of Physics & Astronomy.

Associate Professor

— Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON, Canada

Continued academic involvement at a higher rank focusing on advanced studies of physical phenomena.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
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