Dr. Herb Schellhorn

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Biography

Herb Schellhorn is a professor in the Department of Biology at McMaster University, where his research primarily focuses on the role of bacterial genes in the adaptation to sub-optimal growth conditions. His laboratory investigates the regulatory mechanisms controlled by RpoS, an alternative sigma factor that modulates specific regulatory factors. Utilizing advanced techniques such as DNA microarrays and real-time PCR reporter fusions, Professor Schellhorn aims to identify and study genes regulated in response to various environmental stressors.

Research Interests

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
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