Dr. David Olson

Professor

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Biography

David Olson is a perinatal physiologist dedicated to improving women's pregnancy health and fetal and newborn health. His research focuses on revealing the physiological steps that lead to labor and birth, with the ultimate goal of finding suitable diagnostic and therapeutic targets for the problem of preterm birth. In recent years, his research has expanded to explore prenatal maternal stress and its association with preterm birth and fetal inflammation. Olson's work includes collaboration with global experts in various fields, leading to the formation of companies such as Livmor Diagnostics and Maternica Therapeutics, which aim to develop diagnostic and therapeutic solutions for preterm birth. He emphasizes critical thinking and effective communication skills in his teaching, managing Fetal Physiology courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Research Interests

Courses

Fetal Physiology

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management