Dr. Eric Collins

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Eric Collins is an Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair focusing on Arctic Marine Microbial Ecosystem Services at the University of Manitoba. He has an extensive academic background with a Ph.D. in Biological Oceanography from the University of Washington. His research interests center around the origin, evolution, distribution, and function of microorganisms in the cryosphere, encompassing a broad range of organisms including bacteria, archaea, algae, protists, fungi, and viruses. Collins employs high-throughput real-time sequencing of DNA to conduct metabarcoding, genomics, and metagenomics. He is also involved in developing software for analyzing and visualizing large datasets, leveraging machine learning techniques. Throughout his career, he has held postdoctoral fellow positions at McGill University and McMaster University, contributing to significant advancements in astrobiology and microbial ecology.

Research Interests

Courses

ENVR3140: Aquatic Ecosystem Services

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.