Dr. Deborah Giaschi

Professor

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Biography

Deborah Giaschi completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto and received her Master of Arts and Ph.D. from York University. She specializes in visual development and motion perception, with a focus on amblyopia treatment and understanding the neural correlates that can predict outcomes of strabismus surgery. Giaschi collaborates with clinical researchers, working to translate research findings from laboratory settings into clinical applications. Her research interests encompass a variety of areas including amblyopia, dyslexia, functional magnetic resonance imaging, and psychophysics, particularly in relation to children.

Research Interests

Visual Development Motion Perception Amblyopia Treatment Neural Correlates Strabismus Surgery Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Psychophysics Children

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.