Dr. David Pearl

Professor

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Biography

David Pearl is a Professor at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, with extensive experience in veterinary medicine and health research. He holds a BSc from McGill University, an MSc from York University, a DVM, and a PhD from the University of Guelph. His research focuses on using quantitative methods to study the epidemiology of zoonotic animal diseases and to enhance disease surveillance. His work incorporates multi-level statistical modeling and a variety of statistical techniques designed for the analysis of spatial and molecular data. Projects led by Dr. Pearl involve both infectious and non-infectious diseases impacting host species, including humans, cattle, dogs, poultry, swine, and wildlife. In addition to his research, Dr. Pearl teaches introductory and advanced epidemiological concepts in courses related to epidemiology, food safety, and molecular epidemiology.

Research Interests

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).