Dr. David Sankoff

Professor

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Biography

David Sankoff is a Distinguished University Professor at the University of Ottawa and holds the Canada Research Chair in Mathematical Genomics. He has a BSc, MSc, and PhD from McGill University. His research spans several interdisciplinary domains including Mathematical Genomics, Algorithms, Applied Probability, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, and Sociolinguistics. Sankoff focuses on developing innovative algorithms to tackle complex problems in biology and linguistics, integrating mathematical tools with experimental data to produce insights that can influence both theoretical and practical applications in these fields.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History