Dr. Debbie Inglis

Professor

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Biography

Debbie Inglis is the Director of Brock University's Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute, focusing extensively on research related to Icewine production. Her work investigates yeast stress responses and the fermentation process associated with Icewine, emphasizing the impact of climate change on grape quality and harvest timings. Inglis collaborates with various researchers, including a focus on developing unique dosage compositions to enhance Ontario's sparkling wine production and addressing issues like grape sour rot to improve vineyard health. With a strong academic background in biochemistry, she holds both a Bachelor's and PhD from McMaster University and teaches courses including Wine Chemistry and Microbiology. Through her leadership at CCOVI, she promotes research that prepares the wine industry to adapt to climate challenges, integrating scientific findings with practical viticulture applications. Inglis also plays a key role in public engagement and outreach, advocating for sustainable practices in the Ontario wine industry.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2013-12-01 — Present

Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute • Brock University, St. Catharines, ON, Canada

Leadership and direction for research initiatives in oenology and viticulture.

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, ON, Canada

Teaching and mentoring students, conducting research in wine production and viticulture.

Requirements for Brock University

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:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.