Dr. David Mclagan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David McLagan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering at Queen's University. His work is characterized by a focus on contaminant biogeochemistry, with a rich interdisciplinary approach spanning various aspects of environmental sciences. Dr. McLagan's research includes the study of biogeochemical cycling of contaminants across Earth's spheres—atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. Utilizing innovative technologies such as stable isotopes and unpiloted aerial vehicles, he addresses critical environmental issues such as wildfire contaminant emissions and mercury processing in trees. He actively supervises and recruits students across different levels, fostering a collaborative academic environment. His academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Toronto and postdoctoral studies in Germany, contributing significantly to our understanding of environmental contaminant dynamics.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2018-01-01 — 2018-12-31

Environment & Climate Change Canada • Canada

Conducted research on industrial wildfire atmospheric emissions plume chemistry.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

2018-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Technical University of Braunschweig • Germany

Investigated contaminated site groundwater hydro-geochemistry.

Awards

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Governor General's Gold Medal

2018-01-01
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NSERC Discovery Grant

2023-01-01
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Governor General's Innovation Award

2023-01-01
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Emerging Research Mercury Research Award

2024-01-01

Requirements for Queen's University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor degree Background in Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Research Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Two academic references
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department of Computing offers research-based, project-based, and course-based patterns.