Dr. Cortland Griswold

Associate Professor

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Biography

Cortland Griswold is an Associate Professor in the College of Biological Science at the University of Guelph. His academic focus encompasses evolutionary biology, theoretical evolutionary genetics, and polyploid population genetics. Dr. Griswold completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, followed by a Master of Science at the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia. His research primarily investigates the complexities of genetic variation and evolution, with significant contributions to understanding evolutionary rescue in response to climate change in crop pest-predator systems. Griswold's publication record includes numerous papers on population genetics and the dynamics of ecological communities, with prominent studies published in journals such as Evolutionary Applications, Heredity, and Molecular Ecology Resources. He actively supports students in research areas related to evolutionary genetics and provides a strong educational foundation for those interested in evolutionary biology.

Research Interests

Courses

BIOL*3020 - Population Genetics BIOL*4120 - Evolutionary Ecology

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).