Dr. David Emslie

Professor

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Biography

David Emslie is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology at McMaster University. His research encompasses various aspects of chemistry, with a current emphasis on the design of rigid pincer ligands and their applications in catalysis involving lanthanide and actinide complexes. His work also includes exploration of unique bonding situations between actinides and ligands, alkali metal–alkane interactions, and reactive species such as manganese silyl, silylene, and silene. Through his scholarly contributions, Emslie advances the understanding of chemical reactivity and complex formation within inorganic chemistry.

Research Interests

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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