Dr. Georgina Cox

Professor

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Biography

Georgina Cox is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph, where she has been since 2017. With a PhD from the University of Leeds, her primary research focus is on pathogenic bacteria, particularly studying antibiotic resistance and the mechanisms bacteria utilize to evade the effects of antibiotics. Following her doctoral studies, she completed five years of postdoctoral research in the Institute of Infectious Disease Research at McMaster University. Her research combines structural and molecular approaches to explore how bacteria resist antibiotics and their interactions with hosts. Cox's research group is committed to identifying and developing new therapeutic strategies to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria, a serious global health threat. She encourages collaboration and invites those interested in her work to reach out for research opportunities.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, Canada

Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology focusing on antibiotic resistance and pathogenic bacteria.

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).