Dr. Darren Korber

Professor

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Biography

Darren Korber is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Food Bioproduct Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. He has a robust academic background with a Ph.D. in Microbiology and a B.Sc. in Agriculture, both from the University of Saskatchewan. Professor Korber's work focuses on the study of microbial biofilms, particularly in aquatic systems, and microbial responses to natural and applied stress. He is also actively engaged in research concerning antimicrobial resistance in animal agriculture and microbiology engineered systems, particularly fermentation processes to improve food functionality and value-added bioprocesses. His extensive expertise in these areas is complemented by his teaching responsibilities, where he instructs both undergraduate and graduate courses in food microbiology, safety, and quality assurance. His contributions to the field are recognized through his publications and active participation in academic discourse around these critical topics.

Research Interests

Courses

FABS 212 - Agrifood Resources Microbiology FABS 222 - Food Security FABS 325 - Food Microbiology Safety FABS 452 - Quality Assurance HACCP APMC 825 – Advanced Food Microbiology FABS 852 - Advanced Quality Assurance HACCP

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

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:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.